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from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Should I Only Use Interest From My $1.2 Million Inheritance For Family Expenses?

An inheritance can remain separate property if handled carefully, avoiding joint accounts or shared purchases.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
5 days ago

5 most common tree disputes with neighbours - and how to resolve them

Trees can enhance gardens but may lead to disputes with neighbours over branches and roots encroaching property boundaries.
fromHomebuilding
1 week ago

The thing you shouldn't do to your neighbour's tree roots - even if they cross your garden boundary

Property owners can cut tree roots crossing their boundary but must do so carefully.
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
1 week ago

What Is Adverse Possession and How Does It Work?

Adverse possession is a legal doctrine that allows for a person in possession of someone else's real estate to acquire a valid legal title to the property. It requires that possession is hostile, continuous, open and notorious, actual, and exclusive, and must last for a certain period defined by law.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Monroe Capital, alleged 'architect' of MV Realty scheme, under fire in new lawsuit

Monroe Capital and MV Realty face a class-action lawsuit regarding the controversial Homeowner Benefit Agreement program affecting homeowners' property rights.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

California affordable housing programs face new legal challenge

Inclusionary zoning laws in California face legal challenges that could undermine affordable housing mandates statewide.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Nantucket Man Who Chopped Down Neighbor's Trees for Ocean View Says He Was Simply 'Clearing Out Her Crappy Trees'

"I wasn't trespassing, I was clearing out her crappy trees," Jacoby told the Boston Globe in a one-line email.
SF real estate
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US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Supreme Court turns down claim from L.A. landlords over COVID evictions ban

Supreme Court rejects landlords' claims for damages over unpaid rent during COVID-19 based on 5th Amendment property rights.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Our new neighbour is trying to close off a right of way that's been there for generations. Can he?'

New neighbours cannot arbitrarily close an established public right of way.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
2 months ago

Why new Compulsory Purchase Order powers are making it easier for the government to take your land

Recent reforms make Compulsory Purchase Orders faster, making it easier for authorities to acquire private land.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Maryland Home Sale Compromised After Family of Squatters Moves in and Changes Locks

"There should be nobody there." Mike Haskell, owner, emphasizes the shock of finding squatters in his house a day before sale.
Real estate
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Our Neighbors Called the Cops on My 5-Year-Old. Twice! The Reason Why Might Send Us Packing.

Parents must teach children to respect others' property and boundaries in the neighborhood.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

What's Behind New Jersey's Eminent Domain Push?

"It is blatantly illegal, improper, and violates the United States Constitution, as well as numerous New Jersey laws and case law," the church's attorney, Harvey York, told NJ.com.
NYC real estate
Silicon Valley real estate
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Elon Musk's New Company Town Tells Residents Their Rights Are Now Optional

Residents of the newly-formed town of Starbase face potential loss of property rights due to proposed zoning restrictions by SpaceX.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Georgia woman goes to war with her HOAand wins

Bernard is fighting against her HOA to protect her property rights after fraudulent charges and lack of transparency forced her to seek legal action.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

South Africa's land law in the spotlight amid Trump row DW 05/22/2025

The Expropriation Act allows the South African government to seize land for public use with compensation, igniting international debate and local tensions.
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Brooklyn Pols Propose $5 Million to Fight Deed Theft

Brooklyn will not tolerate scammers coming to our borough to prey on vulnerable Black and Brown homeowners and we will fight back with resources to assist victims.
NYC politics
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Neighbors Crossing the (Property) Line: What Can You Do About Encroachments After They Happen

Property encroachment can lead to costly disputes; verify boundaries and take steps to address it promptly.
NYC politics
fromMoneywise
3 months ago

'I'm within my rights': This NYC business owner erected a 50-foot steel fence on his property, cutting off the sidewalk and 10 parking spots. Now it's causing a neighborhood nightmare

Della Vecchia's fence is causing significant community controversy, raising safety concerns, and potentially impacting local businesses.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Deadline looms in Minnesota property tax forfeiture lawsuit

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that excess tax forfeiture funds belong to property owners, impacting thousands across Minnesota.
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

A Minnesota Family Facing A Lawsuit Over Their Kids' Basketball Hoop

The Moeding family's basketball hoop lawsuit highlights disputes over property rights and neighborhood play.
Legal battles can arise from community activities, creating tension among residents.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
3 months ago

Homeowner furious after being told to take down fence protecting her garden from dog mess

A homeowner is ordered to remove a protective fence due to council's concerns over visual impact despite support from planning officials.
Renovation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Couple sues Bay Area city over $254,000 home remodeling fine

The couple alleges that city bureaucracy caused significant construction delays, leading to excessive fines.
They argue the fines are unfair and challenge the city's legal authority to impose such penalties.
NYC real estate
fromAustin Monitor
3 months ago

Developer appeals denial of right-of-way vacation - Austin Monitor

Urban Transportation Commission unanimously rejects street vacation request due to access concerns for neighboring property.
fromwww.thelocal.es
3 months ago

Spain's Balearics oppose restrictions on foreigners buying homes

The Balearic Islands oppose restrictions on foreign home buyers, emphasizing free market principles despite rising property prices and rents.
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
4 months ago

What is the legal height of a hedge between neighbours? Plus, how to avoid any potential disputes

Hedge height lacks strict legal guidelines but is governed by regulations under specific conditions of impact on property enjoyment.
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