Residential Real Estate Law Services From Koontz & Associates

Real estate: it’s one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. Because of this, you can’t afford to walk into the process blind or to rely on legal advice that doesn’t have your best interests at heart. Here at Koontz & Associates, our team prides itself on offering intelligent, common-sense residential real estate law advice to clients for years. An experienced residential real estate law firm, we’re here to guide you toward the best possible outcomes for your real estate foray.

Benefits of Working with a Real Estate Attorney

Speak to a real estate attorney at the beginning of your home hunt. An attorney is as beneficial as a Realtor in the process of buying or selling property. It is important to know that real estate agents and attorneys are equal partners in a search for property. The relationship is symbiotic and will ultimately save you money, heartache and headache by uncovering unexpected issues as early as possible.

Title Insurance 101

What is Title? What is Title Insurance?

When you buy property, you are not only buying the physical property, but also the abstract right to possess, or own, that physical property. "Title" is the legal term for owning property. When property is bought and sold, the title (right to own the property) is transferred from one owner to another. Because the legal concept of title is abstract, problems can and likely will arise. Title insurance is an insurance policy that protects the buyer in case of inaccuracies or issues undiscovered when the title of property is transferred to the new owner. 

Lease Purchase vs. Lease Option - A Potential Solution for Your Buyer or Seller

Lease Option or Lease Purchase Agreements, commonly referred to as “Lease-to-Own” Agreements are mistakenly used interchangeably, although they are vastly different.  

Realtor's Guide to Tax and Legal Freedom

At Koontz & Associates, we are committed to helping real estate professionals do two things:

1. Minimize your taxes
2. Maximize your deductions.

This guide will explain what type of business entity real estate professions should create, how to report to the IRS, and why you should do it this way.