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What is The Difference Between a Revocable and an Irrevocable Trust?
/0 Comments/in estate planning /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & Beckner, PCA trust refers to an arrangement where an individual, known as a trustee, controls assets for the benefit of one or more beneficiaries. The person who puts the assets in the trust is called the grantor. A trust offers the advantage that it usually avoids probate, or the proceedings to clear the debts of the […]
What to Expect at Your Real Estate Closing in AL?
/0 Comments/in Real Estate /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & BecknerClosing is the last and final step in a real estate transaction, during which the seller receives the proceeds from the sale and the buyer becomes the legal owner of the property. What to Expect at a Closing If You Are the Seller A day or two before the closing, you should make sure that […]
Three Legal Issues to Consider Before Listing Your Home for Sale
/0 Comments/in Real Estate /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & Buckner, P.C.When it comes to real estate, Alabama is considered a seller-friendly state. This is thanks to the ‘caveat emptor’ doctrine. The doctrine allows you to sell your home without disclosing every single detail about the physical condition of your property. In this article, we will take a detailed look at the caveat emptor doctrine and […]
What is The Current State of Residential Home Building?
/0 Comments/in Real Estate /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & BucknerResidential home building activity has consistently increased year-over-year across Alabama for the last three years. In 2018, the sales of newly constructed residential buildings grew six percent compared to 2017. In general, the new residential home building market in Alabama grew faster than the country as a whole in 2018. The same growth trends for […]
What Is Airbnb’s Impact on Housing in Auburn?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & BucknerA quick search on Airbnb for a short-term rental in Auburn returns over 300 results in Auburn and surrounding areas. In the city of Auburn itself, there are more than 150 active Airbnb hosts. While Airbnb may be a lucrative opportunity for many homeowners, as well as a convenient rental option for visitors to the […]
What is the Alabama Homestead Exemption?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & BuscknerIf you own property in Alabama and meet some other requirements, you may be eligible for a Homestead Exemption. This exemption gives you a break on your property taxes, but it isn’t automatic. You’ll need to determine what you qualify for and then apply for it. Alabama’s Property Taxes The property tax year in Alabama […]
Can I Appeal My Property Tax Bill in Alabama?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & Beckner, PCOwning property has many benefits, including the potential ability to make money over time and sell your property at an increased value. But being a property owner also has certain obligations, including the duty of paying property taxes on an annual basis. The following reviews everything you need to know about property taxes in Alabama, […]
Suing for Unpaid Rent After Evicting a Tenant
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & BucknerAlabama has laws in place that protect both landlords and tenants. If you are a landlord and your tenant failed to uphold the terms of a lease or doesn’t pay rent, you can start the eviction process. Depending on the circumstances, the process could vary, but in most cases, you have the right to sue […]
Who Needs a Will?
/0 Comments/in estate planning /by Davis, Bingham, Hudson & Bechner, P.C.A will is the most basic of all estate planning documents. A Last Will and Testament outlines, in writing, how you want your final affairs to be carried out. This type of document covers important areas such as who you want your assets and property to go to, when and under what conditions your property […]
Using Drones in the Real Estate Business
/0 Comments/in Real Estate /by Davis Bingham Hudson & BucknerSince the dawning of the digital age, technology has radically changed the way real estate properties are bought and sold. Home buyers no longer have to wait until the Sunday newspaper listings or until an open house in order to learn details about a particular property. Today, it is easy to browse real estate listings […]