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As a home serves as collateral for a mortgage, a lender must ensure that it meets certain minimum standards. A lender for a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan might require repair of certain defects as a condition of financing. The Basics The FHA insures loans made by lenders that are approved to do business with…

Before lenders fund the purchases of homes, they almost always require value appraisals to ensure the homes being bought are actually worth their prices. In fact, many home sales have been canceled after a poor appraisal caused the lender to disapprove a mortgage loan. Appraisals and Approvals Property appraisals are a standard component of the…

Methods for getting a document notarized were changed temporarily at the outset of the pandemic because it was not practical – or at times even possible – to meet with a notary public in person. Now New Jersey is making that temporary solution permanent. Signed into law on July 22, 2021 and effective October 20,…

It’s back to school time, but this year is not normal. More than 400 of New Jersey’s public and private school districts are starting the 2020-2021 school year with a hybrid model combining in-class and at-home learning, while another 242 districts will open all-remote. At the very least, this means more supervisory time for parents,…

Wednesday, July 15th (the extended tax filing deadline due to covid-19) is almost here. If you are contemplating divorce or you are getting divorced, questions regarding your taxes are sure to be prevalent as you go through the process. Here are 5 tips to help you understand and navigate the path ahead of you: Finally,…

Selling your home can be an exciting and nerve-wracking experience. While you may be eager to find a buyer and move on to your next chapter, it’s important to avoid common legal pitfalls that can cause delays, extra costs, and stress. As a real estate lawyer in New Jersey, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges that…

When parents of different religions divorce, reaching an agreement on their child’s future religious upbringing could be complex. If you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are in disagreement over your child’s future religious upbringing, here are some suggestions to guide you: 1. Lay Your Cards on the Table. Discuss your concerns regarding different religious practices before…

The New Year is a time to start fresh, with a clean slate and with a list of goals to accomplish in the upcoming months. Adding divorce into the works creates a whole new set of issues. Dealing with holidays now that you are restructuring your family identity may require you to re-assess some of…

The holidays can be tough on divorced parents and their children. This can stem from the family nature associated with these days, holiday traditions, and memories from years past as an intact family. The good news is that it is entirely possible to be a great parent, regardless of the circumstances that may surround you…

This blog is in recognition of Veterans Day on November 11, 2019. From a legal perspective, members of the Armed Services who are getting divorced are similar to other civilians insofar as state law and local procedures largely govern. Some federal statutes and military regulations may apply, however, depending on where a party may file.…