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At a fundamental level, an easement grants legal property access to non-owners for a specified reason. Homeowners may not like the concept of…
“What do we do now?” A question that Co-Founder Patrick MacQueen gets often from Landlords regarding the eviction moratorium. Today, Patrick…
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…
Did you know that HOAs can foreclosure on a property for a variety of reasons? M&G Co-Founder, Patrick MacQueen, offers a complete breakdown of…
Recent reports from commercial brokers show that, despite the pandemic (or, perhaps, because of the pandemic), the medical office…
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 NAR (The National Association of Realtors) Board has fielded an “unprecedented” number of complaints about members posting hate speech on…
The relationship between Arizona landlords and tenants is supposed to be harmonious and mutually beneficial. Arizona law outlines specific…
PHOENIX, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) – The state’s eviction moratorium, put in place to give renters a break during the pandemic, has ended. But there is…
As the pandemic continues, some retail and restaurant customers appear to prefer curbside pickup over traditional “in-store” pickup and,…
There are many benefits of moving into a neighborhood with a homeowners’ association (HOA). All board members of the association have a…
For the last six or seven months, lease modifications and amendments have been abundant. While many of the modifications and amendments have…
Typically, a fourth anniversary wouldn’t attract too much attention – it’s not really a milestone, and it doesn’t have a sexy gift attached…
The real estate market moves quickly, and property changes hands from builder to buyer and sometimes back again. This potential scenario is known…
Could the extended eviction ban cause more problem than solutions? M&G Co-Founder, Ben Gottlieb, offers his take on it in Ahwatukee Foothills…
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…
Cheers to 4 years! Today M&G celebrates 4 years in business. Thank you to all employees (past and present), clients, referral sources,…
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.
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We asked M&G attorney, Carrie Thompson Jones, a common question we have been getting from various outlets; Question: Am I allowed to have…
Are you considering hiring a contractor or taking on a house project yourself? Be sure you know the law and take a read at what Co-Founder Benjamin…
M&G Co-Founder Patrick MacQueen is featured in today’s Ahwatukee Foothills News, highlighting his recent Best Lawyers recognition. Coffee…
The global health crisis has left an astounding economic impact, and many homeowners are in financial distress. Millions were left unemployed,…
Most real estate transactions are handled smoothly with buyers and sellers being satisfied at the close of escrow and thereafter. Disputes are…
M&G Co-Founder, PatrickMacQueen, was featured in AZ Big Media on the trending commercial real estate topic of industrial space.
In this…
M&G Co-Founder, Ben Gottlieb, published an article in Attorney At Law Magazine to help explain the relaxation of ethical rules in Arizona, where…
Purchasing a home comes with risks, but buyers have plenty of resources to help them gather information about a property. A third-party home…
Many of us have experienced disputes of one type or another with a neighbor over the years. Looking back on such incidents, we often realize that…
MacQueen & Gottlieb, PLC (M&G) announced the hiring of Corey Robert Feltre as a new attorney at the firm. The top-ranked real estate firm in…
Heads up! Whether you already own a limited liability company for real estate or other purposes or have plans to start a company in the near…
We are excited to announced that M&G Co-Founder, PatrickMacQueen, has been selected to “The Best Lawyers in America” by…
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…
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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…
M&G Co-Founder, BenGottlieb, had the pleasure of joining a real estate expert roundtable that was published in Ahwatukee Foothills News,…
Recently, Governor Doug Ducey signed Executive Order 2020-49 and extended the original Arizona eviction moratorium that took effect in March. The…
Most homeowners are aware of whether or not they live in a homeowners’ association. But, oftentimes, business owners are surprised to learn that…
Navigating a commercial real estate transaction is complicated, as there are many steps and moving parts that comprise the process. These…
This year, Halloween won’t just resemble social distancing while eating lots of chocolate and candy. After today, and absent any further state…
The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled significant changes to eviction laws and practice within Arizona. Landlords and renters are among the largest…
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…
AZ BIG Media posted their rankings for the top real estate law firms in Arizona for 2020, and M&G is proud to be selected as number 1. Thank you…
Governor Ducey recently issued an executive order that shutters gyms for the month of July 2020 and possibly beyond, as part of efforts to curb the…
M&G Co-Founder, Benjamin Gottlieb, was featured in azfamily 3TV CBS 5 this evening, providing some helpful insight on how the expiration of…
M&G Attorney John Halk was on the news regarding hundreds of renters who could be removed from their places as soon as eviction enforcement…
As we get deeper into the monsoon season in Arizona, it’s a good time to look over your storm water controls and other flood mitigation systems on…
When it comes to commercial real estate litigation, there are many steps and precautions that can be taken to minimize risk. Avoiding legal…
Numerous Arizona businesses are now suing Governor Doug Ducey for his recent Executive Order regarding the imposed new restrictions on bars, gyms,…
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…
Question: Governor Ducey signed Executive Order 2020-36 – Stay Healthy, Return Smarter, Return Stronger – into law on May 12, 2020. Despite…
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Wait… nope. It’s just another drone flying over my #house while I work from home! Is this a statement you have…
FORE! Considering buying real estate on a golf course as a developer or a resident? Do you currently live on a golf course property and are having…
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…
M&G’s Attorney John Halk was featured on Univision to discuss how COVID-19 has changed the legal aspect of evictions. You can watch the link…
This just published…the 2020 Best of the Valley issue by Arizona Foothills Magazine. For the second year in a row, M&G has won “Best Real…
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 Attorney, John Halk, was recently featured in an interview with the State Bar of Arizona discussing various real estate topics and how…
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…
We are excited to announce that we have hired a new team member: The M&G team is thrilled to add Jean Campanale as our new bookkeeper! Campanale…
M&G co-founder, Patrick MacQueen, helps deliver some answers on pertinent #COVID-19 questions from CRE owners, landlords and managers in a recent…
Many homebuyers are attracted to neighborhoods with a homeowners’ association (HOA) board that enforces guidelines to promote the safety of…
Tomorrow is April 1st, are you unsure what to do with your April 1st payment being due? Co-Founder Patrick MacQueen shares his thoughts on this…
M&G’s Team Member, in the News! Congratulations, Pam, on your promotion!
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Concerned about the pandemic and Arizona governor Ducey’s recent eviction order? Ben Gottlieb was featured on Channel 3 offering his noteworthy…
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…
PatrickMacQueen, co-founder of Macqueen & Gottlieb, a leading Arizona Real Estate Law Firm, offers some helpful legal tips on a recent AZ Big…
In case you need a refresher, zoning laws exist to divide land into areas with specific purposes or uses. These laws, sometimes called…
Concerned about your contract during a pandemic? Take a read of the article AZBigMedia released.
Read the full story here:…
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…
Congratulations! Founders Patrick MacQueen and Benjamin Gottlieb were honored to be selected as Top 100 Attorneys in Arizona by…
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…
Winter time in the Valley! That time of year when residents rent their houses to guests of the Phoenix Open, NASCAR, Spring Training etc. See the…
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…
We have some great news to share! MacQueen & Gottlieb, PLC, has earned a place on Expertise.com list of the Best Real Estate Lawyers in…