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Co-ownership of a house is more common than ever due to more folks jointly purchasing an investment property, as well as parents helping their children buy their first home. However, buying a house with multiple owners involves several steps to ensure that the legal, financial, and logistical aspects are properly addressed. Here is a comprehensive look at how home co-ownership works.

No matter where you want to move, chances are that parking will be an issue. After all, you want to make sure that you will have a place to put your car without the worry of getting a ticket. One of the more common ways people get parking is through the use of tandem parking. To ensure that you get the best idea of what to expect, we decided to make a complete guide on all things related to parking in a tandem lot.

Calculating square feet is a straightforward process that involves measuring the length and width of a space and then multiplying these measurements. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to calculate square feet for different shapes and areas:

A Juliet balcony, also known as a Juliet guard or French balcony, is a narrow balcony or railing that is placed just outside a window or a pair of French doors on an upper floor of a building. They vary in size and dimension, but most run the width of the door or window yet only extend out a few feet or even inches, meaning that Juliet balconies are much narrower than typical balconies. 

In real estate, a deed is a legal document that records ownership, while title is your right to control and use a property. The main difference between the two is that you will get a physical deed, while title is more of an abstract concept.

A mother-in-law suite or mother-in-law house is a desirable feature in many homes. Traditionally, homebuyers wanted in-law suites to be close to their parents to help take care of them in their golden years, but nowadays many buyers also use them as guest houses they can rent out for extra income.

A well-written landlord reference letter can significantly help a tenant secure a new rental by providing potential landlords with confidence in their reliability and character. But, of course, getting a reference is not always easy. Here's what you need to know about landlord reference letters. 

Split-level houses are making a solid comeback in the housing architectural world with new designs and modifications. First becoming popular in the 1950s, they were most loved for the space they provided for large families. Here’s an overview of a split-level house and some reasons why they can be harder to sell even though they're becoming more popular.

Getting an apartment involves several steps and requires specific documentation and preparations. If you want to rent an apartment, you’ll still need to verify important information, such as your identity, employment, and prior rental history. Here's a detailed guide to help you through the process of getting an apartment.

If you love your home, but need more, expanding up and adding a second story can be a great option, especially if you have a ranch house. So, how much does it cost to build another floor, and how does the process work?

Anyone interested in getting into real estate investing should research what is called a pro forma statement. A pro forma is a critical process and financial statement that will tell you everything you need to know about the earning potential of a property. Here is a closer look at the concept of a pro forma in real estate.

Before buying a multi-million dollar home in Los Angeles, you must take stock of all the related fees and expenses. Measure ULA, also known as the Los Angeles Mansion Tax, is a new tax initiative that applies to the transfer of properties that sell for $5 million or more.