Dornish Law Offices, PC Legal Blog
Does real estate only go up?
You have probably heard someone say that “real estate values only go up” or that “home prices always rise.” Variations of these are common refrains, and they make it sound like real estate is a sure thing. But how accurate are they, exactly? The idea that real estate...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Issues Federal Residential Eviction Moratorium Effective Through December 31, 2020
We dealt with the eviction moratorium by the PA Supreme Court from late March through May 11th, despite no relief being provided to landlords who did not receive rent. We fought in court, and although our emergency case was found by the PA Supreme Court not to be an...
What happens when there is a property boundary dispute?
The sale of a home in Pennsylvania should be a relatively easy process, but unforeseen issues might complicate sales. A boundary dispute could surprise a seller and lead to a delayed sale. Thankfully, there may be legal remedies available to settle the dispute. Buyers...
Political Signs and Your Pennsylvania HOA
We are in the heat of political season, and many homeowners have put up signs to support their preferred candidates. I have my own signs in my yard, and neighbors in my community have different political signs in their yards, safely tucked into flower beds to avoid...
Buying residential real estate? Don’t rush the closing
A person who’s just getting into real estate investing often wants things to go quickly so they can start to see progress. While this is understandable, it’s imperative that you don’t try to rush things as you go through the process. One area that you have to be...
Decision handed down regarding Pennsylvania evictions
As a litigator since 1984, I have lost a few cases which I felt I deserved to win, won some cases I thought were questionable, but have almost never felt as though I was denied the opportunity to have any court actually consider the facts and law presented by me. On...
How could an homeowners’ association thwart your desire for a short-term rental?
Short-term rentals that last anywhere from a single night to a few weeks are more lucrative than long-term rentals. Platforms like Air BnB have made it easier than ever before for real estate investors to capitalize on premium properties by making them accessible to...
Watch out for online real estate fraud
When purchasing your next piece of Pittsburgh real estate, paying off a mortgage or receiving and sending money for rental deposits, make sure you are careful to avoid becoming the latest victim of real estate fraud. The rise of technology has made investing in real...
Are you ready to invest in someone else’s business?
You have a little bit of money set aside that you’d like to invest in another person’s business venture. Are you ready for that step? According to some experts, if you have to ask whether to invest your money (or where to invest it), you probably aren’t ready to take...
Tips for those looking to invest in commercial real estate
If you're looking for passive income or a chance to diversify your portfolio, it may be a good idea to invest in commercial real estate. Let's take a look at what you need to know about this sector before you purchase properties in Pennsylvania or elsewhere in the...
