Recently a friend shared with me her interest in purchasing a home at a foreclosure auction. Many buyers look to foreclosures in the hope of finding a bargain. Foreclosure sales occur year-round. On the other hand, “conventional” sales through realtors follow a seasonal pattern. When the ice and snow melt and winter winds retreat northward, […]
On Aug. 12, 2014, I blogged about a judicial admission issue in the trial of Minter vs. Prosperity Mortgage, et al. Today’s post is Part Two in a series on this case. The following focuses on challenges to character at trial. The integrity of the parties lies near the heart of every trial. The classic […]
A complex case goes to trial. The parties, witnesses, jurors and lawyers endure weeks of frantic preparation, arguments and witness testimony. Near the end, the defense lawyer faces the jury to deliver his closing argument. He does not want to let his client down by failing to effectively communicate. However, while articulating his client’s position, […]
How can international relations impact local real estate transactions? On March 6, 2014, President Obama issued an Executive Order entitled, “Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Situation in Ukraine.” This imposes economic sanctions for doing business with this new category of Specifically Designated Nationals. This topic caught my attention because in 2004 I completed a […]