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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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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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Expert Witness Testimony: The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisers in Legal Disputes

Boston Appraisal

In legal disputes, the accurate valuation of real estate can be pivotal, making real estate appraisers key expert witnesses. Their specialized knowledge and objective analysis provide crucial evidence that can shed light on complex issues, shape legal strategies, and underpin strong case arguments.

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How an Easement Can Make for Lousy Neighbors

Zillow

Welcome to the wonderful world of easements. In our example, if Sandy refuses to let Mark pass through, legal intervention may eventually be necessary to enforce his easement - Mark's right to use someone else's land in order to access his own. ” A person who has an easement does not actually own the land.

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How to Post the Most Effective MLS Listing: Tips to Help Buyers and Speed Up the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

This is where a good realtor will also provide essential disclosures such as any potential influences like power lines, train tracks or easements that might be in place. A realtor should also note the details of common areas, special assessments if there are any, or any legal issues that might be affecting the project.

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Buyer agency: a crucial historical shift in real estate

Housing Wire

Moreover, the absence of a buyer’s agent leaves the buyer to navigate the intricate process of drafting offers, negotiating repairs and other terms, as well as understanding legal intricacies such as mineral or water rights, easements, and even the transfer of livestock on agricultural properties to name just a few.

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The Four Tests of Highest and Best Use

McKissock

” Highest and Best Use is the reasonable, probable, and legal use of vacant land or an improved property. Legally permissible. If not, obtain one, specifically covering boundaries to learn if easements or encroachments exist.). Are existing structures considered legal non-conforming use? Physically possible.