Gary M. Singer

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: We need a larger house for our growing family. We decided to remodel and add a room, but what should we look out for during the renovation process?

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Ask a real estate pro: How can I make sure my home renovation goes smoothly?

October 12, 2023 at 11:27 a.m.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: We need a larger house for our growing family. We decided to remodel and add a room, but what should we look...

Apartment pool closes for five months: Is rent discount in order?

April 12, 2023 at 12:22 p.m.

An apartment swimming pool complex closes for five months for renovations. Are tenants eligible for a discount on their rent? It depends on the wording of their lease.

Ask a real estate pro: If neighbor with emotional support animal doesn’t follow rules, what can we do?

December 15, 2018 at 8:02 a.m.

Q: Can an association make rules regarding “emotional support animals” — such as excessive barking, noise, restricted to a certain area for doing their business, always on a leash, things...

Resident should fix storm-damaged door, seek repayment from association later

December 18, 2018 at 12:33 a.m.

Q: We own a town home that had the front door damaged during the hurricane in September. The door is cracked and barely being held together by duct tape and...

A gated community without all the gates? Speak with developer about completing the job

December 17, 2018 at 10:28 p.m.

Q: We recently purchased our home in a new gated community that is still under construction. We just learned that the developer is only gating for cars, not the sidewalks....

Condo unit tenants possess rights to exercise if building owner elects to sell

December 18, 2018 at 6:40 a.m.

Q: We have been renting the same apartment for years. Recently we were told that our building is being converted to a condominium. We want to keep renting. What are...

Can you sue a neighbor over barking dog?

June 3, 2018 at 12:54 a.m.

Q: Our neighbor's dog barks incessantly day and night. Short of moving, what can we do? - Karin A: The law holds pet owners responsible for their pets' actions. Barking,...

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