top of page

BLOG
Search


Seller Disclosure Requirements in New Jersey: What Every Home Seller Must Know
Selling a home in New Jersey? Seller disclosure laws require you to reveal known defects, even in as-is sales. Learn what the law demands, common pitfalls, and how Lamont Law can protect you throughout the process.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
1 day ago7 min read


What Happens When Escrow Funds Are Disputed During a New Jersey Home Purchase
Escrow deposit disputes are one of the most common conflicts in New Jersey residential real estate. Learn what causes them, how interpleader actions work, and how to protect your deposit whether you are the buyer or the seller.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 257 min read


Navigating Real Estate Litigation in New Jersey
Real estate litigation in New Jersey can involve title disputes, seller disclosure claims, boundary conflicts, and zoning challenges. Learn about the most common real estate disputes in NJ and how an experienced attorney can protect your property rights. Contact Lamont Law for trusted real estate litigation representation in Bergen County and throughout New Jersey.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 135 min read


How to Remove Someone from a House Deed in New Jersey
Need to remove someone from a house deed in New Jersey? Whether you're going through a divorce, buying out a co-owner, or settling an estate, this step-by-step guide explains the legal process, required documents, and how an experienced NJ real estate attorney can help protect your property rights.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 57 min read


Insurance Coverage Reviews After Winter Losses
Winter losses test how well your insurance program matches real risk. Frozen pipes, roof leaks from ice, power outages, and collapsed structures create overlapping claims that move quickly. The policy language controls. New Jersey courts will read the contract you purchased, not the brochure you remember. January is the right time to collect facts, give proper notice, and measure each loss against the coverage you actually carry.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 77 min read


Residential Heat Failures And Winter Habitability Disputes
Heat failures in winter move quickly from inconvenience to legal dispute. New Jersey law imposes a duty on residential landlords to provide habitable premises. Habitability includes safe, reliable heat during the heating season. Leases do not erase this obligation.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Dec 5, 20257 min read


Snow And Ice Liability For HOAs And Multi Family Properties
Winter exposes how associations, property managers, and contractors handle basic safety. New Jersey law focuses on who controls the area, who knew or should have known about the condition, and what was done in a reasonable time.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Dec 1, 20258 min read


Home Improvement Emergencies And Winter Compliance In New Jersey
A contractor who responds to a midnight call must still reduce the work to writing once the scene is safe. For jobs over a modest dollar threshold, New Jersey requires a written contract that identifies the parties, the business address, the contractor’s New Jersey registration number, the scope of work in plain language, the total price or a firm method of calculation, and estimated start and completion dates.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Nov 26, 20258 min read


Understanding the Mortgage Contingency in a New Jersey Real Estate Contract
ost residential real estate contracts in New Jersey contain a mortgage contingency clause. This provision protects the buyer by allowing the contract to be cancelled if financing cannot be obtained within a set period.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Oct 24, 20255 min read


What is a Letter of Intent in a Business Sale or Purchase?
In the purchase or sale of a business, the parties often sign a Letter of Intent, or LOI, before negotiating the full contract.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Oct 3, 20255 min read


End of Summer Real Estate Checklist for Buyers and Sellers
Seasonal changes affect both the condition of properties and the pace of the market. Those who prepare for these changes are far more likely to avoid disputes and reach the closing table smoothly.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Sep 26, 20255 min read


The Role of Due Diligence in Commercial Real Estate Purchases
In every commercial real estate transaction, due diligence serves as the critical phase in which a buyer confirms whether the property, its

Peter Lamont, Esq.
May 12, 20256 min read


The Importance of Title Insurance in Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Commercial real estate transactions in New Jersey involve substantial investment, extensive due diligence, and an array of legal complexitie

Peter Lamont, Esq.
May 7, 20256 min read


Navigating the Process of Commercial Evictions in New Jersey: A Guide for Landlords
The commercial eviction process in New Jersey is neither swift nor simple. Landlords often approach these matters with the expectation that

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 16, 20256 min read


Do You Really Save Money Negotiating Your Own Real Estate Contract?
The idea of avoiding attorney fees or broker commissions is tempting, but does it actually result in real savings

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 12, 20258 min read


Do You Always Need a Lawyer When Buying or Selling Real Estate?
When buying or selling real estate, one of the most common questions is whether you need a lawyer to handle the transaction.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Feb 24, 20255 min read


What Must New Jersey Real Estate Sellers Disclose to Potential Buyers?
When selling a property in New Jersey, it is imperative for sellers to understand the legal obligations regarding disclosures.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Feb 21, 20255 min read


What to Do When Unmarried Couples Separate: Addressing Joint Property Ownership
Navigating property ownership as unmarried partners in New Jersey requires a clear understanding of your rights and options, especially whe

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 31, 20256 min read


What You Need to Know About the New Jersey Real Estate Consumer Protection Enhancement Act
Governor Phil Murphy signed into law the New Jersey Real Estate Consumer Protection Enhancement Act, a transformative piece of legislation

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 10, 20256 min read


Understanding the Mortgage Contingency in New Jersey Real Estate Closings
In New Jersey real estate transactions, the mortgage contingency clause is critical in protecting buyers and sellers.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Oct 16, 20247 min read
bottom of page
