Property Owner

Is Your Property Unfairly Assessed?

June 30, 2010

Watch John Fiorillo as explains the Uniformity Principle. Owners of commercial and residential real estate should watch this informative video to learn more about the Uniformity Principle. Property values have decreased over the past few years. If you believe your property is assessed at a rate higher than its fair market value, contact …

Mechanics Lien Law Update

January 26, 2010

By UTBF

Contractors, subcontractors and material providers have various legal remedies for protecting themselves against general contractors and/or property owners who fail to pay for construction services and materials. One of these remedies is the Pennsylvania Mechanics Lien Law. This law permits contractors, subcontractors and material men, under some circumstances, to place a lien on the real …

Your Obligations Under the PA Real Estate and Seller Disclosure Act

December 11, 2009

By Christopher Turner

By: Christopher L. Turner It cannot be denied that the struggling economy has adversely affected the real estate market. As a result, some sellers of residential real property who are desperate to sell their property are failing to disclose known defects with their home. These defects cover a broad range and include, but are …

The Advantages of Confession of Judgment Clauses in Commercial Leases

July 30, 2009

By Christopher Turner

By: Christopher L. Turner In these challenging economic times, commercial landlords need to be mindful of the advantages of Confession of Judgment Clauses. These clauses permit a landlord to obtain a judgment either for money damages or for eviction against defaulting tenants without the need of a trial. Additionally, priority of the judgment is …

Is your home properly assessed?

July 23, 2009

By John Fiorillo

By: John K. Fiorillo In this economic climate, chances are the assessed value of your home is higher than it should be. Your assessment should represent a specified percentage of your property’s fair market value. In Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, properties are supposed to be assessed at 54% of their fair market value. In Chester …

Equine Law

June 10, 2009

By Donald Turner

By: Donald C. Turner Many Chester County residents use their property, in whole or in part, for various types of equine activities. Regardless of whether the use is of a personal or a commercial nature, these activities pose a variety of risks to property owners, horse owners, riders and trainers. As a result, those …

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