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Whether you are selling a home or lot through a broker, or selling on a for-sale-by-owner basis, you should know about the disclosures you are required to make to your buyer — there are requirements under both federal and Washington state law.  Washington’s Residential Seller Disclosure Requirement Almost all real estate sales in Washington St…

Shared driveway easements are a common arrangement in residential neighborhoods, but they can sometimes cause confusion and misunderstandings. In this post, we’ll explain the top five things you need to know about shared driveway easements. What is a Shared Driveway Easement? A shared driveway easement is a legal agreement between two or more…

Easements are a key concept in real estate law, but they are often misunderstood. In this post, we’ll explain what an easement is and how it can affect property owners. By the end of this post, you’ll have a thorough understanding of this important legal concept. What is an Easement? An easement is a legal right to use another person’s proper…

I previously discussed the Idaho Supreme Court’s Adams v. Kimberley One Townhouse decision in two different blog posts (https://lucentlawcom.wpenginepowered.com/ccr-amendment-idaho-supreme-court-favors-hoa-over-homeowner/ and https://lucentlawcom.wpenginepowered.com/hoa-rental-restrictions-are-they-valid/). In short, the Adams decision concluded …

Fennemore’s real estate lawyers have helped hundreds of home sellers and buyers throughout Washington state buy and sell homes, condos, and land. For sellers, the “For Sale By Owner” process can be a great way to sell their home or land while saving money on brokerage commissions. However, to avoid problems and disputes, you mus…

If you own property in Washington state, such as a house, and are considering adding a family member to the title of your property, you need to make sure that you use the right type of deed for the transfer and accurately determine whether Washington state’s real estate excise tax is due on the transfer. If you are receiving an interest in real p…