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Conservation Easements Pros and Cons: Keep Ohio Cool and Green

The Robert Weiler Company

And, surprisingly, one way to beat the heat may involve a unique land protection vehicle known as a conservation easement. While these 8 sustainability trends drive the commercial real estate industry , the importance of a conservation easement cannot be underscored. Here, we explore conservation easements pros and cons.

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Conservation Easement in Ohio: A Guide to Protecting Our Treasured Land

The Robert Weiler Company

The importance of a fully modern open space preservation vehicle – a conservation easement in Ohio – cannot be better summarized than by our 26th President. Theodore Roosevelt, one of the nation’s original land protectionists, embodied the power and beauty of a conservation easement in the following quote: “Here is your country.

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Opinion: Title insurance is vital to protecting the American dream

Housing Wire

The capital markets depend on the due diligence, transparency, and protection our industry provides to do its job. As the economy and housing market begins to slow, we must avoid the temptation to move away from well-regulated products that are a key part of protecting lenders and homeowners.

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The Four Tests of Highest and Best Use

McKissock

If not, obtain one, specifically covering boundaries to learn if easements or encroachments exist.). Is there a maintenance easement, such as with waterfront properties, that could affect existing or proposed structures? For example, extensive upgrades could over-improve a property to the point that it is over-priced for the market.).

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How To Prepare for a Commercial Property Appraisal

East Coast Appraisal

An appraisal is an unbiased opinion of the value of a property based on its physical characteristics, location, market conditions, and income potential. An appraisal can help you determine the fair market value of your property, negotiate a better deal, or secure a favorable loan.

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3 Things You Should Know About Preliminary Title Reports

Zillow

It documents ownership, vesting, and detail regarding anything recorded against the home, such as liens, encroachments, or easements. The legal description The legal description is everything you won't see in any real estate agent marketing or advertising. Easements.

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Crunching Numbers: Using an Investment Property Closing Costs Calculator

Listing Spark

Having an up-to-date survey can help with clarifying easements, settling disputes with neighbors, and appraising the property in the future. This forecasting is a powerful tool that can guide any investor to make better and more informed choices at the beginning and end of their ownership. Every house sale requires a survey.