Real estate is one of the biggest investments that most people will make in their lifetime. So, when problems arise with real estate that you own – or a property that you are buying or selling – it can be overwhelmingly stressful and scary.
If you are facing a potential real estate-related legal issue, you should seek counsel from an experienced real estate attorney as soon as possible. Proper and timely legal advice is of critical importance, as mishandling the matter could end up being financially, and emotionally, devastating.
At Coover Law Firm, LLC , we have extensive experience in both residential and commercial real estate law in Maryland. For over 30 years, we have been representing the interests of home buyers, home sellers, builders, developers, renters and investors in Columbia, MD and beyond.
Maryland Residential Real Estate Law
According to Zillow.com, in April 2018 the median value of homes in Howard County, MD was $435,998 … more than double the national median of $213,146.
Why does this matter? Because, quite simply, it means that you must put a lot of money on the line when you choose to purchase real estate in the Columbia, MD area. Therefore, when problems arise with a property that you own, or are buying or selling, you need an experienced real estate attorney on your side, that you can trust to represent your interests and protect your investment.
For example, here are a few examples of common issues that arise relating to Maryland residential real estate:
- A buyer purchases a home, only to later discover that the home has major (and expensive) structural problems that were not disclosed by the seller.
- The seller backs out of the contract prior to settlement, and is refusing to return the buyer’s earnest money deposit. The buyer feels that not only are they entitled to a refund of their deposit, but that the seller is guilty of breach of contract.
- A buyer purchases a new construction home, and later finds evidence of sub-standard construction by the builder.
Fred L. Coover, Esquire has a long history of representing clients’ interests in residential real estate matters. In addition to advocating for clients in his private practice, Mr. Coover also serves as a mediator for the Maryland Association of REALTORS® (MAR).