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Water Rights for Property Owners

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Property owners with water geographically connected to their land need to know their legal rights. The water could be a river, lake, the ocean or even the water underground. Types of water. Three basic types of water may have a connection to your property. A watercourse is any lake, river or stream. Groundwater is underneath… Read more »

Real Estate 101: What is a Property Deed?

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One of the documents central to the purchase of real estate is the deed, the legal instrument by which title or ownership is transferred. You don’t necessarily need to know all the legal fine points, but it’s important to have a basic understanding of what a deed does. Always consult an attorney with legal questions…. Read more »