In residential real estate transactions, there are two basic forms of policies: The Owner’s Policy. This is the standard policy of title insurance that buyers
From the IRS “It is critical that business owners correctly determine whether the individuals providing services are employees or independent contractors. Generally, you must withhold
Generally. In its most basic sense, the OREF Sale Agreement is an offer to purchase property; it describes the price and terms of sale, the
The “procuring cause” rule is simple in theory, but complicated in application. It is used to determine a buyer broker’s entitlement to the “offer of
Limitations in Home Inspection Reports. Home inspectors and home inspection reports are an essential part of the standard due diligence protocols of most homebuyers today.
See: ORS 314.258 and Oregon Administrative Rule 150-314-258. Escrow companies are required to withhold a portion of a non-resident seller’s net proceeds from the sale
The “procuring cause” rule is simple in theory, but complicated in application. It is used to determine a buyer broker’s entitlement to the “offer of compensation” (i.e.
Mortgages. ORS 86.010 to 86.275 generally address the rights and duties of lenders and borrowers owning land secured by a mortgage. The process of foreclosing
Carbon Monoxide Alarms. Residential Landlord-Tenant ORS 90.316 Carbon monoxide alarm defined; ORS 90.317 Repair or replacement of carbon monoxide alarms; ORS 90.320 Landlord’s habitability obligations
In part two of a three-part series, glean talking points about your experience in the field, which will come in handy if clients object to
