South Dakota Real Estate Law Lawyers

What is a Short Sale?
A short sale is where a homeowner sells their home for less money than they owe on the property. The owner of the home negotiates a discounted payoff with their mortgage company without having to … more
Is a Short Sale Right for Me?
If you are wondering if a short sale of property is right for you, you should know that it is a highly individualized and personal issue. However, there are some circumstances and factors that … more
How Does the Short Sale Process Work?
The first step in a short sale generally is to contact your lender and determine what is required to initiate the process. You may also want to consult with and/or hire a Realtor, real estate … more

Making an Offer to Purchase...With Contingencies
It is exciting to find a home that you want to purchase. You may walk through the home and admire the floor plan, the architecture, or the style of the home and you may begin to picture yourself living in the space. You may decide that this is the house that you want to purchase. If so, then you will need to make a formal offer to purchase to the current owners of the property. … more
Dealing With Your Neighbors
Living in close proximity to your neighbors can be a wonderful experience. It can mean summers of shared barbeques, help and advice with your yard work and people to count on in the case of an emergency. Yet, living in close proximity to your neighbors can also lead to disputes. Some common situations that lead to disputes among neighbors include, maintaining shared fences or … more

Facing Money Problems? How To Avoid Foreclosure....
Unfortunately, when facing unemployment, unexpected medical expenses, funding the care of a family member, or other financial strains, you may find yourself struggling to pay the mortgages and worry about loosing your homes in foreclosure. The good news is, you can avoid foreclosure and keep your home if you know the right steps to take. The Federal Housing Administration, a … more
How To Buy a Home
Buying a home can be complicated, but if you take things step-by-step, you will soon be holding the keys to your own home! Step 1: Figure out how much you can afford What you can afford will depend on your income, credit rating, current expenses and debt, the down payment you can afford to make and the interest rate. Your interest rate may be set for the life of the loan or may fluctuate … more

Home Equity Credit Lines
Foreclosure Rescue Scams: Another Potential Stress for Homeowners in Distress
This publication from the Federal Trade Commission explains how various foreclosure rescue scams … more
Fair Housing - Equal Opportunity for All
This pamphlet, published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, explains the … more

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