Author - John A. Conte, Jr.
30May

Could Your Property be the Subject of a Quiet Title Action?

Quiet Title Actions arise when ownership of a piece of property is in question.  It usually occurs from a mistake in a survey description.  Prior to the Twentieth Century, Deeds were typically handwritten and the property was described in what was called a “chain...
10Nov

You and Your Land – Do You Need a Variance?

In New Jersey, before you think of putting an addition onto your house, installing a fence along your property line, or installing a shed or pool in your backyard, it is critical for you to check with your town to determine whether a variance...
24Oct

New Regulations Impact Residential Real Estate in New Jersey

On October 3, 2015, new regulations affecting the residential mortgage process became effective.  The new regulations issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) are intended to combine the disclosures that consumers receive under the Truth in Lending Act (“TILA”) and the Real Estate Settlement...