Property Law Author

Emily Patel

Emily Patel is a talented attorney with expertise in real estate litigation and dispute resolution. She has represented clients in a wide range of disputes, from contract disputes to complex litigation.

Credentials

J.D., University of Michigan

7+ yearsReal Estate LitigationDispute Resolution

Assigned posts

Articles by Emily Patel

What Is Fair Market Value of a House and How to Calculate It?What Do Apartments Look for on Pay Stubs?What Happens at Closing When Paying Cash?How Much Should an HOA Have in Reserves: BenchmarksWhy Co-ops Are Bad: Fees, Boards, and Hidden RisksWhat Is For Sale by Owner? Costs, Rules, and DisclosuresWhat Does Under Contract OP Mean in Real Estate?Why Are Squatters Allowed to Stay and How to Remove ThemHow to Present an Offer to a Seller: What to IncludeCan Insurance Adjusters Tell How Old Damage Is?How to Pay Back a Reverse Mortgage: Your OptionsHow Does Land Financing Work: Loans, Terms and RequirementsHow to Avoid a Foreclosure: Options That WorkHow to Buy a Co-op in NYC: Requirements and Closing CostsHow to Buy a House Without a Bank: Seller FinancingHow to Fill Out a Mineral Rights Disclosure StatementCan a Seller Counter Multiple Offers? How It WorksHow Do You Sell Your Own House Without a Realtor?How Does Property Management Work: Duties and LawsWhat Contingencies Should Be in an Offer for Land?What Are Points in Real Estate and How Do They Work?How Much to Charge for Rent-Back: PITI vs. Market RentHow to Become a Homeowner: Steps, Costs, and Tax BenefitsHow Paying Rent Works: Methods, Fees, and Tenant RightsHow to Find Comparable Home Sales in Your AreaHow to Invest in a Rental Property: Steps and Legal TipsWhat Is a Gift Letter in Real Estate: RequirementsHow to Rent an Apartment at 18 Without CreditIs It Illegal to Rent a Room in Your Apartment?How Are Property Managers Paid: Fees and Structures