Homeownership
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What is adverse possession in real estate?
This legal principle entitles someone else to take over land that you own — but only if they meet a complex set of requirements.
4 min read Nov 10, 2022 -
Eminent domain: What it is, how it works
The principle of eminent domain allows governments to take over private property for public use. It’s a complicated and often controversial topic.
5 min read Nov 09, 2022 -
2023 cost of living data: Singles vs. married couples
Married people living together spend nearly $5,500 less on housing each year than single people do.
6 min read Nov 07, 2022 -
What is possession?
It means you have control over a property. But not always ownership.
2 min read Oct 19, 2022 -
Home title theft: How homeowners can protect themselves
The thought of a stranger fraudulently claiming ownership of your home is scary — it’s relatively rare, but it can happen.
3 min read Oct 13, 2022 -
What is a ‘bundle of rights’ in real estate?
This legal term lays out the rights of property ownership and what you may, and may not, do with your property.
2 min read Oct 10, 2022 -
Understanding escrow: How it works in homebuying
It’s not complicated, but it involves several steps. Here’s how to navigate them.
6 min read Oct 07, 2022 -
Appealing your property tax assessment: when, why and how to
Yes, you can challenge it. Here’s how to prepare your case.
4 min read Oct 06, 2022 -
Selling a home in Minnesota
The median sale price of Minnesota homes has increased by nearly 8 percent over the past year. Here’s how to sell yours.
9 min read Oct 05, 2022 -
What is a boundary? Property boundaries in real estate
The lines that define where one property ends and another begins can have legal implications when it comes to homeownership.
2 min read Oct 04, 2022