Real estate is a legal term (in some jurisdictions, notably in the USA) that encompasses land along with anything permanently affixed to the land, such as buildings, specifically property that is stationary, or fixed in location.[1] Real estate is often considered synonymous with real property (also sometimes called realty), in contrast with personal property (also sometimes called chattel or personalty). However, in some situations the term "real estate" refers to the land and fixtures together, as distinguished from "real property," referring to ownership rights of the land itself.
The terms real estate and real property are used primarily in common law, while civil law jurisdictions refer instead to immovable property.
Areas of Speciality
- Residential and commercial transactions
- Landlord and Tenant litigation (Residential and Commercial)
- Land Contracts and Lease Options
- Lease Drafting and Negotiations (Residential and Commercial)
- Limited Partnerships and Joint Ventures
- Residential and Commercial Closings
- Lease Enforcement and Avoidance
- Construction and Mechanic’s Liens
- Quiet Title Actions
- Mortgage Drafting and Enforcement
