Real Estate

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 20, 2026 | Real Estate | Many aspiring home buyers obtain mortgage pre-approval before scheduling tours. They want to know how much home they can afford so that they don’t waste their time viewing properties they cannot purchase. Mortgage pre-approval can help sellers feel more confident about selecting a specific buyer for a property.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 2, 2026 | Real Estate | Buying or selling property can be exciting. But discovering fraud or misrepresentation can make it stressful and confusing. Real estate fraud in Westchester and across New York comes in many forms. It can include false statements about a property or misleading financial documents. Knowing the warning signs and acting early can help protect your investment and legal rights. Spotting possible fraud and misrepresentation Fraud and misrepresentation often appear in small details. These may seem harmless at first.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 2, 2026 | Real Estate | When real estate changes hands, new buyers may find themselves wondering about their obligations. This is especially true if there are agreements in place involving their new property, such as an easement. For example, say that someone purchases a property and there is an easement with a nearby property owner allowing them to share the driveway. But the new owner does not want to continue sharing that driveway.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Nov 11, 2025 | Real Estate | Landlords face a complex and ever-evolving legal landscape when drafting residential leases. Including strategic terms and riders in lease documents can add a layer of security and even streamline tenant management. While standard leases cover the basics, riders can offer customized protections that address common risks.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Nov 11, 2025 | Real Estate | Both residential and commercial real estate owners might find themselves facing boundary disputes. Neighbors might disagree about where the boundary falls or start making use of property that does not belong to them. They might even plan permanent improvements, such as a fence or driveway, that cross the boundary line.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Nov 11, 2025 | Real Estate | When going through a residential real estate transaction, one of the first steps in the process is for the potential buyer to make a purchase offer. The most important part of this offer, of course, is the price they are willing to pay for the property. But that may not be all that is included in the contract. In many cases, people will include contingency clauses. These are specific events that have to happen in order for the contract to be legally binding.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Nov 11, 2025 | Real Estate | Commercial real estate holdings can be a source of regular revenue in the form of rental income. They can also be lucrative long-term investments, with owners eventually selling their holdings for a significant profit. Commercial real estate owners listing their properties for sale generally want to maximize the sale price and move through the closing process as quickly as possible.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Sep 9, 2025 | Real Estate | Residential real estate transactions involve a degree of risk for everyone involved. The seller has to make rapid arrangements to relocate after accepting an offer. The buyers have to financially commit to a property weeks before they can occupy it and may spend three decades paying the principal balance owed for the property. The mortgage lender provides the vast majority of the capital needed to acquire the property.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Sep 9, 2025 | Real Estate | Neighbors usually try to keep things amicable. They wave at one another across the fence and try to be respectful to one another. However, disputes between neighbors can lead to tense circumstances and even declining property values. A boundary dispute between neighbors could lead to delays in critical home improvement projects or unfairly deprive one neighbor of part of their parcel.

On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jun 24, 2025 | Real Estate | Finding the right home, office or other form of real estate can sometimes feel like a hunt for a needle in a haystack. While there are likely many properties available, many will not meet your needs or desires. They might be out of your price range, in a less than perfect location or don’t appeal to your aesthetic tastes. It can be tempting to rush in to secure a property when you find one that you think you are looking for. This could turn out to be a costly mistake.