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Benefits of Creating a Revocable Trust

Benefits of Creating a Revocable Trust

Creating a revocable trust is something everyone should do, especially as they get older. After all, you can’t guess what the future brings. And that means you won’t have a specific date for when you might not be able to handle things on your own. While it used to be difficult to keep up with the different laws pertaining to … Read the rest

Filed Under: Property, Revocable Trust

Understanding What Property Really Is

Understanding What Property Really Is

When a person begins to describe the property, they might be a little leery to talk about anything other than land or a home. However, the property is basically anything that is owned by a person or even a company. So, you are talking about cars, clothes, and even pets in addition to any real estate. All of those things … Read the rest

Filed Under: Property, Property Tax Law

Top Legal Terms Explained

Top Legal Terms Explained

Throughout your life, you have probably heard a few common legal terms thrown about in conversation. You may have also heard these words used in the news, during your favorite television shows, or even while watching a movie. Understanding legal jargon can be difficult if you do not hear it all of the time. We want you to understand some … Read the rest

Filed Under: General, Legal Terms

New Hampshire Supreme Court Interprets Road Maintenance Release

New Hampshire Supreme Court Interprets Road Maintenance Release

In a memorandum opinion dated March 16, 2022, the New Hampshire Supreme Court (the “Court) issued a ruling in favor of a Plaintiff landowner against the Town of Raymond (the “Town”) concerning the applicability of a road maintenance release.

The agreement at issue was originally entered into in June 1988, when the previous landowner sought to obtain a building permit … Read the rest

Filed Under: Road Law

Have a Revocable Trust? Real Estate is Exempt from the Real Estate Transfer Tax in New Hampshire

Have a Revocable Trust? Real Estate is Exempt from the Real Estate Transfer Tax in New Hampshire

In the state of New Hampshire, Real Estate Transfer Tax, or RETT, is paid by both the buyer and seller. This transfer tax is required for most typical transactions when the ownership of a property is transferred to the new owner. The current tax amount is $0.75 for every $100 of the sale price of the property. This amount is … Read the rest

Filed Under: General, Taxes

The Importance of Confirming Boundary Lines Prior to Purchasing a Home or Land

The Importance of Confirming Boundary Lines Prior to Purchasing a Home or Land

Have you been searching for that perfect home or piece of property? If you said yes, we are sure you have numerous questions going through your head right now. You may also be filled with excitement and unaware that you may be missing a key component, as you check out each property. One of the biggest mistakes we see people … Read the rest

Filed Under: Property, Property Investments

Historic Building Designations in New Hampshire

Historic Building Designations in New Hampshire

Historical events and the state of New Hampshire seem to go hand in hand. This state was one of the original thirteen colonies. So much history has been created in NH, including the state being one of the first to establish a state constitution. A few of the more prominent events in New Hampshire include the American Revolution, the patent … Read the rest

Filed Under: Historic Designation

What You Should Know About Emergency Lanes in New Hampshire

What You Should Know About Emergency Lanes in New Hampshire

Normally, an emergency lane of a road is the small lane outside of the outer lane. Emergency lanes are usually not that wide, which is why many people refer to those lanes as the shoulder of the road. However, in the state of New Hampshire, actual roads can be designated as emergency lanes if the situation is warranted. So, what … Read the rest

Filed Under: Private Roads, Road Law

Traits to Look for When Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney

Traits to Look for When Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney

Taking the time to create an estate plan is an excellent way to ensure you, and your heirs, are taken care of in the future. However, how can you be sure you are choosing an attorney who has your best interests in mind? There are three things we recommend looking for when you are searching for an estate planning attorney. … Read the rest

Filed Under: Estate Planning, General

Reasons Why an Estate Plan is Necessary Even If You Have a Mortgage

Reasons Why an Estate Plan is Necessary Even If You Have a Mortgage

Too many people seem to think that since they have a mortgage on their home, they do not need to go through the hassle of creating an estate plan. After all, that seems to be the easiest way, because it doesn’t take any time. However, there are numerous reasons why not having an estate plan is a bad idea. And … Read the rest

Filed Under: Estate Planning

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Benefits of Creating a Revocable Trust

Creating a revocable trust is something everyone should do, … [Read More...]

Understanding What Property Really Is

When a person begins to describe the property, they might be … [Read More...]

Top Legal Terms Explained

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New Hampshire Supreme Court Interprets Road Maintenance Release

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