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Differences Between a Real Estate Lawyer and A Realtor

May 17, 2021
Published in Real Estate Law
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What's the difference? What are the pros and cons of using each? When is it best to use a lawyer over a realtor? When it comes to buying or selling real estate, most people think hiring a realtor is their only option. While real estate agents are the more popular…

Life Estate Laws in Texas: A Guide for Life Tenants and Remaindermen

April 13, 2021
Published in Estate Planning
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If you're planning your estate in Texas, you may have come across the term "life estate." While a life estate can be a powerful tool for avoiding probate, it’s often misunderstood. Whether you're creating one or expecting to inherit property through one, understanding the roles involved in a life estate…

4 Things You Should Never Do In A Rental House

February 25, 2021
Published in Property Law, Real Estate Law
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Living in a rental house feels like having your own home, and it should for the most part. However, there are some simple things many renters forget they aren’t allowed to do. Here are four things you should never do in a rental house. Change the Locks Changing the locks…

Requirements for a Valid Will in Texas

January 6, 2021
Published in Estate Planning
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What are the requirements for a valid will in Texas? A will, or last will and testament, is a binding legal document that states your final wishes. In a will, the testator – the person writing the will – can leave specific instructions on how their property is to be…

Why You Should Have a Lawyer Read over Any Business Agreement

January 17, 2020
Published in Business Law
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A business agreement simply states the exchange of promises between two or more parties. Before signing a contract, a business should hire a trusted attorney to make sure their agreement abides by-laws and includes all terms. In addition, a lawyer will be able to provide advice to ensure each party…

When To Hire A Legal Coach

September 19, 2019
Published in Coaching
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The worlds of business and real estate require quite a bit of legal knowledge. While you may have experience in marketing or accounting for a business, the legal requirements may be more difficult to navigate. At Dan Burke Law, we know the various laws, protocols and standards that small businesses…

3 Questions To Ask A Real Estate Attorney

June 4, 2019
Published in Property Law, Real Estate Law
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If you’ve ever had to hire a lawyer before, you probably know some of the initial questions to ask before deciding which lawyer will work best with you and your case. But if you are in the market for a real estate attorney, some of those questions may differ just…

Why A Lawyer Should Draft Employee Agreements

December 3, 2018
Published in Business Law
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What is an Employee Agreement? An employee agreement is a legal contract establishing a formal relationship between an employer and the new employee. An “at-will employee” is someone hired on without an employee agreement and can be fired “at-will” without cause at any time. Having an employee agreement sets up…

Why A Lawyer Should Draft Your Real Estate Lease

November 14, 2018
Published in Property Law, Real Estate Law
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Why You Should Have A Lawyer Draft Your Real Estate Lease Protecting yourself and your property should be priority number one when leasing your land, home or commercial building to a tenant, and an air-tight commercial lease or residential lease is necessary to ensure that. Having a lawyer on your…