Real Estate Law

When you purchase a home or farmland in North Dakota, you are buying the physical structures and the legal right to own the land. However, hidden defects on a title can emerge long after closing, regardless of how thorough the search was. While title defects can be a...

When you rent a home in North Dakota, you have certain privacy rights that deserve protection. Understanding when your landlord can enter your rental property is essential. This knowledge helps maintain your peace of mind as a tenant. Understanding landlord entry...

When you buy or own land, you may expect full control over it. However, ownership does not always include what’s beneath the surface. In some cases, another party owns the mineral rights, and that separation, known as “split estate,” can directly influence how you use...

A 1031 exchange offers a structured method to transfer investment property while deferring capital gains taxes. You use this mechanism to reposition your assets without an immediate tax burden. The process relies on strict statutory timing and detailed identification...

When you sign a lease, you expect your rent to stay the same for the agreed period. But sometimes landlords want to raise rent before the lease ends. In North Dakota, that isn’t as simple as just sending a notice. The terms of your lease and state law determine...

One potential reason for real estate disputes in North Dakota has to do with boundary lines. Often, the issue involves trees. People want to know what rights they have when it comes to trimming a tree that may be on someone else’s property. For example, perhaps your...

Landlords have the right to evict tenants under specific legal circumstances. While eviction laws vary by state, common grounds for removing a tenant involve nonpayment of rent, violating lease terms or engaging in unlawful activities. Understanding these grounds can...

Discovering petroleum or other natural resources on your property could be a financial boon. Searching for property with these resources could be a wise business endeavor. Success in both of these situations — and in many others — could hinge on your understanding of...

If you plan to lease property to set up a retail location, your leasing agreement will have important provisions which may impact your bottom line. It is likely your landlord will include language in your lease that obligates you to pay a certain amount to maintain...

Before you close on a home purchase, you will probably receive a recommendation for an inspection. Inspections help to ensure you are aware of any issues or potential problems with the property. American Home Inspectors Training explains an inspector will look over...