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If you want to purchase real estate but cannot secure financing through a bank, you may consider a contract for deed, also known as an installment land contract. But before using a land contract to buy or sell real estate, you must understand that th… [Read More...]

When the government wants to acquire private property to facilitate a project that will benefit the community as a whole, it has the power to take private land through eminent domain. But when a landowner refuses to sell or disagrees with the governm… [Read More...]

A real estate survey is used to confirm the boundaries of a piece of real property, and ensures that its legal description matches the actual property owned or being transferred. It is also used to determine any restrictions or easements on the prope… [Read More...]

When parents cannot reach an agreement, the court must make a decision as to parenting rights and responsibilities for them. Because a judge does not have in-depth knowledge of the family’s situation, a parenting investigator may be appointed to a… [Read More...]

Stepparent adoption is a means to formalize an existing relationship between a stepparent and a stepchild. There are many benefits to stepparent adoption, including helping the child feel more connected to the new family unit that their parent has cr… [Read More...]

In North Dakota, a landlord must obtain a court order to evict an occupant, and there must be a legal justification for the eviction. North Dakota eviction proceedings can take between two and four weeks, depending on the reason for the eviction and… [Read More...]

If you are starting a business, you will need to consider the best business structure for your new venture. The business structure you choose will have a significant influence on your business, including day-to-day operations, taxes, and the extent t… [Read More...]

Most divorces involve the division of marital assets and debts. However, the value of these assets must be determined before they can be divided. For some assets, such as a bank account, valuation is simple. The value is the account balance on a cert… [Read More...]