Property Law Author

Clementine Santos

Clementine Santos is a seasoned attorney specializing in property law, with a focus on real estate transactions and disputes. She has represented numerous clients in high-stakes cases and has a proven track record of success.

Credentials

J.D., Harvard Law School, LL.M. in Real Estate

12+ yearsReal Estate TransactionsProperty Disputes

Articles by Clementine Santos

How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster and Save on Interest Can You Get a Reverse Mortgage on a Condo? Requirements Do Condo HOA Fees Include Utilities? What's Covered How to Find Out If a Property Has Been Sold: Public Records Can I Rent Out a House I Just Bought? Rules to Know Do Foreclosures Sell for Less? Discounts and Risks What Is a Family Mortgage? Rules, Taxes, and Documents When to Wire Money for Closing: Timing and Fraud Risks Can You Sign a Mortgage Over to Someone Else? How It Works Can You Use an FHA Appraisal for a Conventional Loan?Are Tax Assessments Accurate? How to Find Out Can You Buy a Rental Property With No Money Down?Can PMI Be Removed If Home Value Increases?How to Buy a USDA Foreclosure: From Offer to Closing How to Find Occupancy Rate: Formulas and Benchmarks Do Landlords Have to Give 24 Hours Notice to Enter?Who Pays for Repairs After a Home Inspection?How Many Days Before Closing Do You Get Mortgage Approval?How Long Do Eviction Proceedings Take: Notice to Lockout Where Are Squatters' Rights Legal? State-by-State Rules What Happens If You Default on a HELOC: Foreclosure Risks Who Is a Mortgagor? Definition, Rights, and Duties When Is Stamp Duty Payable? Triggers and Deadlines How Much Does a Quitclaim Deed Cost? Fees & Taxes What Does Option Pending Mean in Real Estate?What Does Attornment Mean in Real Estate Law?Do HOA Fees Include Insurance? What's Covered What Happens to Property Values After a Fire: Taxes & Disclosure How to Get Out of a Home Loan: Options and Penalties Can I Release Equity in My House: Ways and Costs