Practice Areas:Real Estate Law

Real Estate Law

Real Estate (Buying and Selling)

All real estate matters must be in writing. The most important document is the "Offer to Purchase" which is the very first document involved. Taxes are often an issue. Under appropriate circumstances, it may be possible to delay payment of taxes by purchasing another property. Knowing real estate law and tax implications is critical. When someone purchases a condominium, there are additional complications because of the condominium documents with which we have experience. In effect, a person is contracting with numerous other persons to live together under certain restrictions. This must be understood at the outset.

Leases and Evictions

Leases can be oral or written. In business relationships, they should always be written. The lease should contain all the terms and conditions of the tenancy and what happens when it terminates. The relationship between landlord and tenant is controlled by complex state laws. Careful consideration must be given to these matters in order to avoid an expensive mistake.

The State Bar of Wisconsin has provided information; not legal advice, regarding buying/selling real estate that is based on Wisconsin law. We are providing this information to you to ensure that our potential clients are informed clients.