| Mold Prevention and Eradication |
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| Every year, numerous people suffer ill health effects as the result of the presence of mold in the home. Mold may be any color, including black or white. The presence of mold in a home is the result of excess moisture. Mold may cause a wide range of health problems. More... |
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| Manufactured Homes |
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| In years past, manufactured homes were referred to as "mobile homes," and, in fact, many people continue to refer to manufactured homes as such today. In the year 1980, the United States Congress adopted the phrase "manufactured homes" to describe a type of factory-built home that was required to conform to certain standards developed by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). More... |
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| The Historic Homeowner -- State and Local Preservation Laws |
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| The issue of historic preservation is governed by a myriad of federal, state, and local laws. Generally speaking, the purpose of preservation laws is to encourage the recognition of historic resources, as well as the preservation of those resources. Without question, historic preservation is a legitimate governmental objective. On the state and local levels, historic preservation controls may be enacted subject to the applicable constitutional constraints. More... |
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| A Neighbor's Barking Dog |
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| The regulation of noise from pets is governed by state and local law. The laws vary widely and must be consulted individually for further details. Generally speaking, however, most localities have laws in place that set forth restrictions as to barking dogs. More... |
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| Pre-Closing Occupancy |
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| In the real estate market, it is not uncommon for a buyer to ask for permission from a seller to move into a house prior to closing. It may be that the house involved in the transaction is vacant. It may also be that the buyer has sold his or her house and needs to vacate the old house prior to the closing on the new house. More... |
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