Author: Keith

In my 20 years of working with homeowners across Rochester and Upstate New York, I’ve seen how confusing property transfers can feel — especially when it comes to quitclaim deeds. This type of deed is often used to transfer property between family members, during divorce settlements, or when clearing up ownership disputes. But while a … Continued

Understanding The Foreclosure Process: A Comprehensive Guide If you are a homeowner in New York facing the threat of foreclosure, it is important to understand the foreclosure process in order to effectively save your home. Foreclosure is a legal process initiated by a lender when a borrower fails to make mortgage payments. In New York, the … Continued

Understanding The Impact Of Mold: Why It Shouldn’t Be Ignored Mold can have a significant impact on the value and sale of a house in New York’s real estate market. As more and more buyers become aware of the potential health hazards associated with mold, they are becoming increasingly hesitant to purchase homes that have been affected … Continued

A squatter is someone who resides in a property without the legal right or permission to do so. In New York, the definition of a squatter is outlined in the state’s adverse possession law, which allows individuals to gain ownership of a property if they have continuously occupied it for at least 10 years. However, this does … Continued