April 27, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Ruling Illustrates Importance of Timing in Partition ActionsIn Quarello v. Clinger, the Pennsylvania Superior Court recently upheld a trial court's ruling in a partition action between parties that were romantically involved but never married.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
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March 04, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer
Court Takes On Case Involving Unjust Enrichment After Successful AppealWhile owning an investment property can be a rewarding and financially successful venture, property owners must navigate through a host of risks to protect their investment, which, if not handled properly, can become quite expensive.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
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February 02, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer
Ruling Highlights Importance of Drafting a Deed With Unambiguous LanguageIt is not uncommon for a seller of real estate to reserve the right to enjoy the benefits of real estate even after it is sold to a third party.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
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January 11, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer
Newly Passed Laws in Phila. Affecting Real Estate Developers, WholesalersLast month, Philadelphia City Council approved several bills that will have a significant impact on real estate developers and wholesalers. To date, two of the bills have been signed into law by Mayor James Kenney.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
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December 08, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer
Easement Agreement Voided Due to Lack of Authority in Parking Lot Entrance CaseIn Pennsylvania, a principal may empower an agent "to engage in real property transactions" by including such language in the power of attorney.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
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November 11, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer
Superior Court Rules in Favor of Homeowners in Defective Construction Work CaseHiring a contractor to perform work on your house is a very stressful situation for many people, as they are fearful that the contractor will not complete the construction in a good and workman-like manner and they will then have to hire a replacement contractor to complete this defective work product.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
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October 28, 2020 | Law.com
Density and Dimensional Bonuses Allowed for Mixed-Used Properties Under the Philadelphia Zoning CodePart One in a Series Over the years, the city government has amended the Philadelphia Zoning Code to include incentives to increase the amount of housing units as well as the size of such building structures. Over the course of several articles, we will be discussing the "zoning" bonuses a property owner can take advantage of when developing a property within city limits. This part delves into the Mixed Income Housing Bonus, Green Roof Bonus, and the Fresh Food Market Bonus.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
9 minute read
October 13, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer
Real Estate Tax Foreclosure Proceedings in the Time of COVIDAs the COVID-19 pandemic impacts property owners throughout the Commonwealth, it will be interesting to see if the local governments will initiate and prosecute real estate tax foreclosure proceedings against property owners who remain delinquent on their real estate taxes.
By Alan Nochumson and Clementa Amazan
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