Are there un-buildable lots? I have read up on a similar question but that was about how expensive the known-to-be-buildable lots are. My question is if I see a lot listed that is "virgin" vacant never had a srtucture on it, how likely is it that no one could build on it? [more inside]
posted by markhu on Dec 17, 2009 - 12 answers

Say I want to buy some cheap land in the Los Angeles area: where would I find such a listing online? [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Nov 11, 2009 - 15 answers

I use Trulia for the United States and Funda for The Netherlands whilst looking for property. Anyone have an inclusive site such as these for real estate in another country? Preferably for another European country or South American.
posted by AdamOddo on Jun 25, 2009 - 7 answers

How can I find the owner of that abandoned lot? [more inside]
posted by gilgamix on Jun 16, 2009 - 9 answers

I need a lawyer in Toronto for Real Estate / Property issues. Specifically, the state of an adjacent property (in violation of multiple orders from the city) seriously affecting ours. Would ideally know the magic password to get the Building Standards people to do their job. Otherwise, any and all other avenues that can be pursued.
posted by winston on Nov 20, 2008 - 4 answers

My wife was gifted shares in a now deceased relative's two limited liability corporations. What should/can we do with them? What are our rights? What questions should we be asking? [more inside]
posted by pazoozoo on Oct 9, 2008 - 6 answers

I've been thinking a lot about buying a property and renting it out. I have a good grasp on a lot of the essentials, but I was hoping for some input from hive mind as to what I should be prepared for, what I should have ready, and how best to handle being a landlord. [more inside]
posted by smitt on Mar 26, 2008 - 20 answers

I'm planning on buying a house with my SO. We will contribute different amounts to the down payment and the monthly payments. How do we calculate how much of the resultant property each of us owns, especially when we don't know how the property will (or will not!) appreciate? [more inside]
posted by iknowizbirfmark on Dec 7, 2007 - 29 answers

An individual looking to buy a multi-family home to create a low rent situation for several artists. Is there a benefit to becoming a non-profit? Is there money to help support this venture that I should be chasing after? [more inside]
posted by mrgreyisyelling on Jun 27, 2007 - 6 answers

What kind of lawyer specializes in property line disputes? [more inside]
posted by contessa on Mar 1, 2007 - 8 answers

What's the best way to go about selling a timeshare? Search engines are clogged with tons of spammy sites, and no good information. [more inside]
posted by voidcontext on Sep 1, 2006 - 10 answers

Perhaps a ridiculous question: is it possible in a major city (I'm in Toronto) to buy a small piece of land and build a tiny house (like the B-52 on this page) on it? What's involved? If possible, what are the pros and cons? Is it pointless, financially? [more inside]
posted by dobbs on Jul 21, 2006 - 32 answers

I have recently acquired a commercial property. I want to obtain a line of credit against the down payment I put on the property. Obviously, I have not done this in the past. But, I envision the transaction being similar to a home equity line of credit. Is there anyone out there that can point me to the right direction. FYI, the commercial property was acquired via a new LLC of which I own 100%.
posted by yorja on Jun 2, 2006 - 3 answers

I heard there is a free real estate property _ownership_ search on the internet (you type in address and it'll cough up the owner), but it is next to impossible to google it with all the commercial listings, will anybody help me?
posted by orelius on Sep 12, 2005 - 16 answers

Buying property in the country... Benton County, Oregon that is. What should I know about wells, septic systems, acreage, timber and the like? [more inside]
posted by pwb503 on Apr 16, 2005 - 3 answers

I'm interested in stories about living in apartments where something bad has happened. Apartments with gnarly histories. Murders, suicides, 'haunted' apartments, whatever. Did it affect the value? Did you learn about it only later? Did you hire an exorcist? Did a new paint job suffice? etc. Anyone have such stories, or know of such?
posted by Hobbacocka on Feb 6, 2005 - 16 answers