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What is a land contract?

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A land contract is also known as a land installment contract and a contract for deed. It is a contract between a buyer and seller for real property where the seller provides the financing with specific terms.

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It is a self-financing method to sell property. The current owner essentially rents the property, with the understanding that once a certain amount has been paid, the other party will receive the property. If they fail to pay, the property remains the property of the seller.

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How would one describe a land contract?

A land contract is a contract between seller and buyer of property. A contract is only made when an agreement between seller and buyer has been reached. The seller becomes the land owner only when the full payment has been made.


How much interest can a seller charge on land contract?

A seller can charge whatever interest they wish on a land contract. The buyer doesn't have to sign a contract if they don't agree with the terms.


If we signed a construction contract for the purchase of land and the build of a home but one of the land owners refused to sign the contract what are our legal ramifications?

If one of the fee owners didn't sign the contract then you don't have a valid contract. In order for the contract to purchase land and build on it to be valid and binding on the parties it must be signed by all of the purchasers and all of the fee owners.


Is an oral contract for land enforceable in Massachusetts?

No


On a land contract in Ohio can the lesses resell the property?

A land contract is just like any other contract, complete with contract law principles. No one can sell the property until either the contract is either fufilled or breached. If it is fufilled, then it becomes the property of the one purchasing the property and after they have successfully completed the contract, they then are free to sell it to whomever they wish. But, if the contract is breached, it is then still the original owners and they can do as they wish, keep the property, sell the property or find another individual willing to enter into another land lease contract. So, while the property is tied up in a land lease contract, no one can sell or buy it until either a satisfaction or breach of the contract is committed.


If someone purchases a lot of land and is under contract to purchase that land and it is deemed bad land after signing the contract how do you discharge this contract?

You would execute the inspection contingency clause in the contract that permits you to terminate the contract and reclaim your deposit after the inspection turns up material defects that you will not accept. Additional comment: That's why it is important to consult an attorney BEFORE you sign a P & S Agreement.


What is a grant for a piece of land in exchange for a promise to use the land for a specific purpose?

contract


If you have a rent to own contract on a double wide and land and the owner dies is your contract void?

You'll have to look at the contract and see if it addresses this issue.


Who keeps legal title under a land contract until all the terms of the contract are met?

A Vendor


Who is responsible for home insurance on Land contract?

It is wise to address such matters before the contract is signed. This is dictated by the terms of the contract the parties agreed on. If you've already signed the contract then you will just have to read the contract to find out.


How old do you have to be to bye land in the UK?

Legally you cannot buy land unless you are at least 18. You are entering into a contract - legally you cannot sign a contract until you're 18.


What questions should I have in a land contract?

A land contract should outline when payment is due, what the terms are, and who takes care of maintenance. It should also outline who pays for utilities and taxes.