Buying your first home is very exciting! It can also be very overwhelming given how many different steps are involved. One of the most important things to be aware of is ensuring you have “good title” to the home you purchase. What does good title mean and how do you know when you...

Working towards the purchase of your very first condo is an exciting time. It is a different adventure than purchasing a house, but still a significant undertaking in the pursuit of a place to own and call home. To help ensure you are buying the right condo for you and to help make...

While you may have heard about people getting great deals on homes through a short sale, you may not be fully aware of how this happens. It is true, short sales can get you a home at a surprisingly low price. In fact, the low cost of short-sale houses is often one of...

Illinois Residential Lease Attorney Here at M&A Law Firm, we are experienced in providing sound legal counsel to both landlords and tenants regarding residential leases. We take into account all aspects of the landlord and tenant relationship and work to help ensure the relationship remains a positive one. Establishing a detailed and legally...

There are countless reasons why a homeowner may have problems making mortgage payments. It is an all too common scenario for people across the country, Illinois residence included. It can be scary to receive notice from your lender that they are initiating foreclosure proceedings due to non-payment. Do not lose hope. There are...

Here at M&A Law Firm, P.C. we are here to help our clients through all stages of the real estate buying and selling process. These are big transactions that can have lasting financial implications. Taking care upfront, at the beginning of the process can have major benefits and pave the way for a...

The real estate process is complicated. Both seasoned and first time buyers can often get bogged down in all of the red tape involved and important details can be overlooked. M&A Law Firm, P.C. will provide you with sound legal counsel to help make sure you successfully navigate the real estate buying and selling...

Income properties can be a great investment. Renting out space to reliable tenants would be ideal, but, sometimes tenants fail to pay rent or violate the rental or lease agreement. In these situations, you may wish to evict the tenant immediately. The eviction process, however, can be lengthy and cumbersome. There are many...

Investing in real estate can be a wise financial move. It can provide a passive income stream if you have tenants or it can lead to a large payoff if you sell the property at a higher price down the road. Unfortunately, the potential for big gains also comes with the potential for...

Where you choose to base your business is part of its foundation. You want the best place to house your business and the most favorable terms to make sure that your business location will help, not hinder, business growth. Likewise, if you own commercial property that you want to lease out, you want...