Under North Dakota law, anyone who is selling a home must disclose material defects with that property. These are facts that could significantly affect a person’s ability to enjoy or use that property, and which may also reduce its value. One key detail to keep in mind is that this rule applies only to material...
When you purchase a home or farmland in North Dakota, you are buying the physical structures and the legal right to own the land. However, hidden defects on a title can emerge long after closing, regardless of how thorough the search was. While title defects can be a significant hurdle, they do not have to...
When you rent a home in North Dakota, you have certain privacy rights that deserve protection. Understanding when your landlord can enter your rental property is essential. This knowledge helps maintain your peace of mind as a tenant. Understanding landlord entry rights in North Dakota North Dakota law generally requires landlords to provide reasonable notice...
When you buy or own land, you may expect full control over it. However, ownership does not always include what’s beneath the surface. In some cases, another party owns the mineral rights, and that separation, known as “split estate,” can directly influence how you use the land and how you assess its value over time....
A 1031 exchange offers a structured method to transfer investment property while deferring capital gains taxes. You use this mechanism to reposition your assets without an immediate tax burden. The process relies on strict statutory timing and detailed identification rules. Understanding the purpose of a 1031 exchange A 1031 exchange allows you to shift from...
When you sign a lease, you expect your rent to stay the same for the agreed period. But sometimes landlords want to raise rent before the lease ends. In North Dakota, that isn’t as simple as just sending a notice. The terms of your lease and state law determine whether a landlord can make that...
One potential reason for real estate disputes in North Dakota has to do with boundary lines. Often, the issue involves trees. People want to know what rights they have when it comes to trimming a tree that may be on someone else’s property. For example, perhaps your neighbor has a tree close to the property...
Landlords have the right to evict tenants under specific legal circumstances. While eviction laws vary by state, common grounds for removing a tenant involve nonpayment of rent, violating lease terms or engaging in unlawful activities. Understanding these grounds can help both landlords and tenants address rental disputes. Below are some of the primary reasons a...
Discovering petroleum or other natural resources on your property could be a financial boon. Searching for property with these resources could be a wise business endeavor. Success in both of these situations — and in many others — could hinge on your understanding of mineral rights. This article provides a general overview of this legal...
If you plan to lease property to set up a retail location, your leasing agreement will have important provisions which may impact your bottom line. It is likely your landlord will include language in your lease that obligates you to pay a certain amount to maintain the property. Many landlords pass common area maintenance costs...
