Homeowner Education

The latest news, tips, and tricks for homeowners

Power of Attorney

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that authorizes one person to act on behalf of another in financial, legal, or property-related matters.

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Mechanic’s Lien

A mechanic’s lien is a legal claim placed against a property by a contractor, subcontractor, laborer, or materials supplier who has not been paid for

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Minor Encroachment

A minor encroachment occurs when a small portion of a structure or improvement extends onto a neighboring property or beyond a legal boundary, typically without

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Major Encroachment

A major encroachment occurs when a significant portion of a structure, improvement, or use extends onto a neighboring property or substantially violates a legal boundary,

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Longitude

Longitude is a geographic coordinate that measures how far east or west a location is from the Prime Meridian, an imaginary line running from the

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Lockoff

A lockoff is a portion of a residential property that can be physically separated and secured from the main living area, allowing it to function

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List Price

List price is the price at which a property is advertised for sale when it is first placed on the real estate market. It represents

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Latitude

Latitude is a geographic coordinate that measures how far north or south a location is from the Equator, an imaginary line that circles the Earth

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Inspection Report

An inspection report is a written document prepared by a professional inspector that details the observed condition of a property at the time of inspection.

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Homestead Exemption

A homestead exemption is a legal provision that reduces a homeowner’s property tax burden and may offer certain protections against creditors, provided the property is

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