Land use and zoning

2 home purchase agreement clauses that may be bad for buyers

by William Ashwell | Jun 18, 2023 | Land use and zoning

Buying a new home means making many critical decisions. You must not only find a property you like, but you must also determine if it is a wise investment. You also need to ensure your purchase agreement contains sound provisions that are fair to all parties. Since...

Is your property at risk of condemnation due to eminent domain?

by William Ashwell | Jan 26, 2023 | Land use and zoning

When you buy a property in Virginia, you expect to retain control over it until you die or choose to sell it to someone else. Typically, that is what ownership rights confer to someone. However, there are some circumstances in which you could lose control over your...

Can someone bring an adverse possession claim against your home?

by William Ashwell | Dec 1, 2022 | Land use and zoning

As a property owner in Virginia, you want to protect yourself from losing the money you have already invested in the purchase, upkeep or improvement of your real property. You became the owner of that property by purchasing it or possibly inheriting it from a loved...

What if you want to sell your land but your co-owner doesn’t?

by William Ashwell | Sep 23, 2022 | Land use and zoning

Co-ownership of real property can make it more accessible. You may not have enough liquid capital on hand to offer a competitive purchase price or provide a down payment. Buying with a friend or co-worker could help you take advantage of a great real estate investment...