Category: Articles & Insights
Listing a home “as-is” is a convenient way for property owners to sell the home in its current condition without making the repairs or…
Patrick MacQueen was featured in Ahwatukee Foothills News today, shedding some light on the unrestricted debt collection abilities of HOAs. Have a…
One of the strategies available to postpone, or defer, capital gains taxes is by selling a business or investment real estate property in a 1031…
Though retirees flock to Arizona to enjoy year-round warm weather, many seniors experience financial anxiety due to lack of income when they quit…
Due diligence as it relates to buying property is the right to inspect and review all aspects of the home or property before closing on the…
Homeowner’s associations, or HOAs, are an integral part of many residential communities. HOAs can be found in condominiums, townhouses and…
Not only has the pandemic created a plethora of challenges for society as a whole, but the construction industry is dealing with a difficult set…
This week, we will be discussing implied warranties under Arizona law. You may be familiar with express warranties, which are articulated…
A deed of trust is the most commonly used form of security document by lenders when purchasing a home in Arizona. Most people would assume it’s…
Breaking Real Estate News: President Biden’s Administration announced an extension to the federal eviction moratorium through June. If you have…
It seems like there are countless television programs that have gained enormous popularity in recent years that are focused on the popularity of…
A deed will be used every time there is a transfer of ownership in real property. In the state of Arizona, there are four types of deeds that can…
Owning or leasing commercial property requires maintaining a civil working relationship with the landlord or tenant, depending on your role.…
Anyone that has bought or sold real estate is familiar with real estate purchase contracts. The Arizona Association of Realtors has a sample of…
At a fundamental level, an easement grants legal property access to non-owners for a specified reason. Homeowners may not like the concept of…
This year has been complicated for commercial real estate on many fronts. While Arizona has allowed most businesses to stay open, there have been…
Owning commercial real estate is a lucrative venture for many Arizona landlords, but it comes with its challenges. One of those challenges is…
The pandemic has been difficult for people and small businesses alike. The inability of small businesses to operate normally has created a ripple…
Opening a brick-and-mortar business in Arizona is exciting and full of opportunities. However, unless you have secured significant funding, you…
Estate planning is a crucial step to take once you’ve acquired any valuable assets. It ensures your property and possessions are transferred…
Many of us have heard stories about a friend, family member, or acquaintance, who, while attempting to sell real property, learned that a Lis Pendens…
The relationship between Arizona landlords and tenants is supposed to be harmonious and mutually beneficial. Arizona law outlines specific…
There are many benefits of moving into a neighborhood with a homeowners’ association (HOA). All board members of the association have a…
The real estate market moves quickly, and property changes hands from builder to buyer and sometimes back again. This potential scenario is known…
Property ownership is a common dispute that arises as a home or piece of land is legally conveyed to others over time. It is not…
Though it is possible for property owners to sell real estate, most choose to work with a real estate agent who will list, market, show and…
In Arizona, state law provides that cities and towns cannot prohibit the operation of short-term rentals. This law has caused frustration for many…
Buying a business can be exciting, but the purchase process is understandably stressful. The due diligence period can reveal any number of issues…
Co-Founder, Ben Gottlieb, put together some helpful hints for you to consider if you are selling, or buying, a property in today’s times.
Q:…
We asked M&G attorney, Carrie Thompson Jones, a common question we have been getting from various outlets; Question: Am I allowed to have…
Most real estate transactions are handled smoothly with buyers and sellers being satisfied at the close of escrow and thereafter. Disputes are…
Purchasing a home comes with risks, but buyers have plenty of resources to help them gather information about a property. A third-party home…
Homeowners’ associations (HOAs) are popular in residential areas for the benefits each HOA provides its neighborhood: landscaping, curb appeal,…
Recently, MacQueen & Gottlieb prevailed on behalf of its client, a commercial landlord, on an important summary judgment filing, involving a…
Dear Friends:
Commercial tenants and landlords negotiating letters of intent and leases during this time should pay particular attention to the…
At the beginning of this year, the Phoenix commercial real estate market had strong potential. There was considerable job growth…
Recently, Governor Doug Ducey signed Executive Order 2020-49 and extended the original Arizona eviction moratorium that took effect in March. The…
Navigating a commercial real estate transaction is complicated, as there are many steps and moving parts that comprise the process. These…
The COVID-19 global pandemic has resulted in widespread economic hardship. Millions of Americans have lost their jobs, and those who are renters…
On March 24, 2020, Governor Ducey signed Executive Order 2020-14, entitled “Postponement of Eviction Actions.” The Executive Order, enacted due…
TOP REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM is seeking a full-time LITIGATION PARALEGAL to join the M&G Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a…
Arizona boundary disputes can arise over tree maintenance or any structure that compromises the other side of the boundary. Trees may overgrow the…
When it comes to commercial real estate litigation, there are many steps and precautions that can be taken to minimize risk. Avoiding legal…
Whether an individual has inherited an asset portfolio or has self-built wealth over time, it is important to protect and preserve assets in the…
Whether it is due to the nature of a professional role or because of very visible assets, many individuals can find themselves being susceptible…
Marijuana is a polarizing topic with confusing laws that vary between states and contradict those at the federal level. Therefore, it can be…
Complications surrounding the coronavirus pandemic have left millions of Americans unemployed and unable to make their housing payments. In…
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted the economy in unprecedented ways. With 30 million Americans unemployed, homeowners and renters are…
Homeowners who fall behind on their mortgage payments can be subject to a trustee’s sale – i.e., the non-judicial forced sale of a home…
The new normal, nice to virtually meet you! M&G continues to offer a series of webinars on various real estate topics on how COVID-19 has changed…
Question: What do I do if the housing market drops, I cannot afford to pay my mortgage, and I owe more on my mortgage than my home is…
M&G Co-Founder, Ben Gottlieb, compiled a few tips that may be helpful if you have a reoccurring auto-charge contract agreement with a…
Many homebuyers are attracted to neighborhoods with a homeowners’ association (HOA) board that enforces guidelines to promote the safety of…
Q: Can HOAs restrict Holiday Light décor during a pandemic or a non-Holiday time? Do HOAs have the “power” to ask people to take it down? …
Governor Ducey has signed Executive Order 2020-14, entitled Postponement of Eviction Actions. The Executive Order contains the…
Q: I am buying a house with an HOA that is under current litigation. If I buy, and the HOA
loses, am I going to have to pay into this…
In case you need a refresher, zoning laws exist to divide land into areas with specific purposes or uses. These laws, sometimes called…
As concerns over Coronavirus increase, an inherent uncertainty over the future has forced some industries to a standstill. To make matters more…
Zoning laws in Phoenix, at their most basic level, regulate how a property can be used, developed or modified. These laws vary between…
In law, the term “torts” refers to civil causes of action that provide damages for harm done or inflicted, whether intentional or not. Most…
As property changes hands throughout the years, there are bound to be issues that arise related to ownership. Ownership issues such as forgotten…
Mechanics liens allow any person who furnished “labor, materials, professional services, fixtures, or tools, in the construction, alteration,…
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means there’s no better time to express love to your partner, your family or even your…
Dual agency in a real estate is when the real estate agent represents the seller and buyer in the same transaction. All parties involved in a…
Thanksgiving has passed, which means the holiday season is in full swing here in the Valley. The snowbirds have arrived, the traffic is…
With the holiday season in full swing, there are lots of people and companies planning out their holiday parties. One of the interesting things…
The prospect of facing litigation is certainly a new experience for many, and there are typically high stakes involved. Reputations, both…
Many golfers dream of owning a golf course, even if it’s not the most profitable investment available to them. While major corporations, management…
Despite the warm temperatures that indicate otherwise, fall has arrived in Arizona, which means Halloween is fast approaching. Halloween is supposed…
Purchasing real estate is a heavily involved process that takes time, coordination and a whole lot of paperwork. It is easy to spend months…
A homeowners’ association (“HOA”) is intended to protect the interest of all members of a community so that it is a great place to live.…
By definition, a contract is a legal obligation for each relevant party to fulfill the terms of agreement. It provides structure for many…
Purchasers of residential or commercial land are sometimes disappointed when they learn that they cannot use the land they purchased as they had…
Liens may be recorded against a property with or without consent of the owner, and homeowners are often left confused about the legalities of…
When a landlord and tenant are entering into a lease agreement, there are a few leasing options that vary based on structure: a periodic tenancy,…
The adoption of technology has extended into many different industries, driving necessary updates and further convenience. One such example is…
Now that it’s July, Arizona’s monsoon season is officially here. The strong winds, heavy rains and unpredictable weather wreaks havoc on…
Arbitration v. Mediation
“Oh yeah, I’ll see you in Court!”
When legal disputes arise, many think that initiating a lawsuit via the…
For years, cruising with the top down was reserved for those who could afford premium convertible cars. While they won’t scratch your need for…
Building a custom home is exciting and it can be easy to dive into the project before you’re fully prepared. From floor plans to paint colors,…
As technology increases, drones are becoming more and more common in our every day lives. While the advent of this technology is supposed to make…
When filing for bankruptcy, many homeowners assume they will lose everything. However, the Arizona Homestead Act was put in place to protect…
One of the biggest nightmares for new homeowners is to finally complete the purchase of their home and find out there are a bunch of issues that…
When homeowners fall behind on mortgage payments, many homeowners assume that losing their home is the worst-case scenario. However, if the…
The idea of owning commercial real estate can be appealing for many investors. A well-run commercial building with reliable, long-term tenants…
For property owners, we at MacQueen & Gottlieb know that disputes with neighbors can arise and be a source of frustration. To add to the…
Building your dream custom home or remodeling your family home is an exciting undertaking. It is understandable when people dive into the…
Every city and county in Arizona has its own unique set of laws regarding zoning, land use, and the administration and enforcement of these laws.…
If you’re looking to get into the medical marijuana business in Tempe, Arizona, but want to avoid a zoning catastrophe, there are some…
With another annual Tax Day upon us, it’s a great time to reconsider whether you should create a limited liability company (LLC) to help protect…
We’ve all heard about the horror stories of home remodeling and construction jobs where a licensed contractor wasn’t used. For that matter, there…
Business owners have a legal obligation to properly classify their workers in Arizona. The two most common classifications are independent…
Construction projects are complicated undertakings that require stringent focus, management, strategic planning, and execution. While it is…
As we celebrate the luck of the Irish this St. Patrick’s Day, it’s a good time to remember how important it is to have a plan for when the luck…
For many people, the allure of starting an online business is clear. Running your own successful online company can mean you have the freedom to…
Tying the knot is a dream for many wooing couples. You already know your partner well enough to want to pop the question to them. But how much do you…
Most people are familiar with the purpose of a will. A last will and testament can be used to detail your assets, property, possessions and how…
In Arizona, a lender uses a trustee’s sale to secure payment when they have an interest in a home or other property secured by a deed of trust. …
Arizona faces real challenges regarding a sustainable water supply for the growing population. The state has developed aggressive water supply…
If a homeowner sells their home for less than what they own the lender, this is referred to as a short sale. This can be a lengthy and complicated…