Real estate has traditionally been the most valuable asset a person holds. It is a form of wealth protected by many laws. These laws have been enacted to protect one's ownership of real estate and the improvements located on the land. The owner, owner's family, and the owner's heirs have rights or claims in the property you are buying. Those who may have an interest in or lien upon the property could be governmental bodies, contractors, lenders, and the IRS just to name a … [Read more...]