Frauds in Commerical Leases
By Attorneys Dan Schmeeckle and Ross Slovensky
By Attorneys Dan Schmeeckle and Ross Slovensky When it comes to leasing commercial real estate, Wisconsin law demands a high level of formality and clarity.... What Landlords Should Know About the Wisconsin Consumer Act
By Attorney Daniel F. Schmeeckle
Residential landlords in Wisconsin now face liability under the Wisconsin Consumer Act (WCA) following the Wisconsin Court of Appeals’ decision in Koble Invs. v. Marquardt,... Lease Rights Beyond the Property Line
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
A lease is an agreement between one party which owns real estate, (landlord or lessor), and another party who seeks to gain use rights to... Waste in Real Estate
By Attorney Daniel F. Schmeeckle
The word waste provides rich imagery for a fertile imagination. Waste is associated with many unsavory expressions: “wasted, waste product, waste away, and go to... Family Cabin LLCs
By Attorney Jocelyn Donahue-Renfert
We all know someone who has a family cabin “up north.” Family cottages, cabins, and hunting land are a common estate planning concern in Wisconsin.... Comparing Commercial and Residential Leases
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
Most individuals must navigate a residential lease at some point in their lives – typically for an apartment to live in before potentially purchasing a... Update On Private Roads, Joint Driveways and Easements Article
By Attorney David M. James
This article was written in November 2018, now there are some important updates to share. Many properties in Wisconsin have some form of shared access.... Landlord Lag Time in Wisconsin
By Attorney Jocelyn Donahue-Renfert
The benefit to renting over owning is avoiding unexpected repair costs, in contrast, it can mean having to wait for the landlord to make repairs.... Are You Ready to Build a House?
By Attorney Brent W. Jacobson
Are you ready to finally build the new home you always dreamed of? Perhaps you are considering adding on to your existing home. Construction projects... Deeds, Deeds, Deeds
By Attorney Alissa J. Thompson
Often when individuals purchase real estate, their understanding of the transaction is that the Seller will convey the real estate by executing and recording a... What is a Real Estate 1031 Excange?
By Attorney Alissa J. Thompson
In the field of real estate, a commonly used term is a 1031 Exchange. But what exactly is that? A 1031 Exchange is aptly named... Real Estate Interests
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
Legal interests in real estate seem simple upon first consideration – someone may own a home, and when they sell it, the buyer owns it....