A recent Ohio Supreme Court case, recognized that the price paid for the transfer of a 100% equity interest in
New KY Law Permits Electronic Real Estate Deed Filing
A new law amends Kentucky’s recording and notary laws by allowing the use of technology in processing. Senate Bill 114
Download the Qualified Opportunity Zones presentation from the June 18, 2019 UC Real Estate Center and DBL Law seminar
Click here to download the Qualified Opportunity Zones presentation from the June 18, 2019 UC Real Estate Center and DBL Law seminar.
Download the Qualified Opportunity Zones presentation from the June 12, 2019 DBL Law and VonLehman event
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Download the Qualified Opportunity Zones presentation from the May 29, 2019 DBL Law, Capstone and BB&T event
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Treasury Issues Guidance on Qualified Opportunity Zone Tax Incentives
Treasury recently released proposed regulations providing guidance to those looking to qualify for the new Qualified Opportunity Zone (“QOZ”) tax
ExcelExchanges LLC has entered the market as a Qualified Intermediary in section 1031 tax-deferred exchanges
ExcelExchanges LLC has entered the market as a Qualified Intermediary in section 1031 tax-deferred exchanges. An affiliate of Excel Title
New Kentucky Deed Requirement Now In Effect
On April 10, 2018, Kentucky Governor Bevin signed into law Senate Bill 139, which amends K.R.S 382.135 to require that
Boone County Appears Poised To Create A Code Enforcement Board
Businesses and residents in Boone County should be aware that the Boone County Fiscal Court appears likely to pass an
DBL Law Seeking Construction Law Associate
DBL Law, a mid-size full-service law firm with multiple locations, is seeking a Construction Law Associate Attorney to join their
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Takes Action Against Mortgage Lender for Illegal Payments
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ordered a Connecticut mortgage lender, 1st Alliance Lending, LLC (First Alliance), to pay an $83,000 civil money penalty for violating federal law by illegally splitting real estate settlement fees.
Commercial Real Estate Purchasers – Be Diligent With Your Due Diligence
It is all too easy to toss aside a commercial real estate purchase agreement once signed. However, it is important for the purchaser of commercial real estate to be aware of the terms of the agreement. One of the most critical terms is the deadline by which the purchaser must complete its due diligence for the property.
Commercial Real Estate Purchasers – Be Diligent With Your Due Diligence
It is all too easy to toss aside a commercial real estate purchase agreement once signed. However, it is important for the purchaser of commercial real estate purchasers to be aware of the terms of the agreement. One of the most critical terms is the deadline by which the purchaser must complete its due diligence for the property.
New Dodd-Frank Rules Impact Loan Guaranty Agreements
Effective this Spring, new rules under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd-Frank) will significantly impact guaranty agreements in loans that involve “swap” agreements. The new rules interpret a swap agreement under Dodd-Frank to include any guarantee of a swap agreement. As a result, guaranty agreements will be subject to the rules and penalties set forth in Dodd-Frank and its regulations.
Urban Redevelopment – Step 1: Title Exam
Urban Revitalization and Municipal Economic Development Incentives provide intriguing opportunities to urban minded developers and entrepreneurs.
Challenging Your Property Valuation
The continued volatility in real estate presents an opportunity for property owners to reduce their real estate taxes with the local government by seeking to revise their property valuations. Whether the real estate is commercial or residential, overvalued real estate can significantly increase a property owner’s tax liability.
MERS – Questions Remain as the Fight Continues
Real estate law and real estate transactions in the United States have been subject to state regulations and county-level recordation requirements since the country’s founding. As such, every time a financial instrument containing mortgages is sold, various state laws require that the sale of each such mortgage (or deed of trust) be recorded in the local county courts in order to preserve certain rights. These requirements also trigger obligations to pay corresponding recording fees.
Tips For Purchasing Title Insurance
There are many reasons why it is important for a real estate owner and mortgage lender to purchase title insurance. Title insurance protects owners and lenders from hidden hazards resulting from liens, encumbrances and defects in the title to the property. These hidden hazards threaten the investment in the real estate, which oftentimes is substantial.
The Importance of Proper Notarizations and Avoiding Document Execution Shortcuts
A recent lawsuit in Ohio provides a reminder about the importance of properly executed notary clauses and exercising caution when using “stand-alone signature pages.” The lawsuit involves two companies which failed to make payments on a multi-million dollar promissory note. Ultimately, the lender obtained a judgment for a loan default against the borrowing companies.
Introducing the Kentucky Condominium Act: A Major Shift in Law
With outdated condominium laws that lacked consistency in governance, Kentucky legislators recently passed the new Kentucky Condominium Act (KCA). The KCA goes into effect January 1, 2011 and will provide a lot more direction for condo associations and developers. This post provides a summary of the KCA and its implications for condominium stakeholders.
As Foreclosure Factory Grinds To A Halt, Title Insurance Is Critical
This week Old Republic Title Insurance Company announced that it would no longer insure foreclosed homes. This was in response to several large mortgage companies suspending foreclosures while irregularities in foreclosure filings are being investigated.
Commercial Real Estate: Stability May Be On The Horizon
Since 2008, the commercial real estate market has been challenging for all involved. Although we are not completely past the turbulence, we are beginning to see more stability on the horizon.
Declining Real Estate Value? Appeal Your Tax Bill.
The Great Recession continues to take its toll on our Nation. Many leading business journals predict continuing losses in the
Introducing Excel Title Services
Introducing Excel Title Services – a full-service company meeting your changing needs for commercial real estate titles. In the current
Commercial Real Estate in the “New” Economy
The good news is that lenders are beginning to make commercial real estate loans again. The bad news—lending standards are