Wisconsin’s South Shore offers some of the most scenic Lake Superior properties in the region. For many people, shoreline property is more than land. It may be a home, cabin, or property they hope to pass down. However, owners who plan to remodel, expand, or rebuild should understand how federal floodplain rules may affect their …
Transfer on Death Deeds in Minnesota: A Practical Overview with Real-World Considerations
Transfer on Death Deeds (“TODDs”) have become an increasingly common tool for transferring real estate outside of probate in Minnesota since the Transfer on Death Deeds statute, Minnesota Statute 507.071, was signed into law in 2008. For many clients and legal practioners, the appeal is clear: TODDs allow real property to pass by operation of …
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Utility Easements & Homeownership
For many people, ownership of property means that you should be able to build what you want, where you want. However, property ownership often comes with built-in legal limitations. Easements are one of the most common of those limitations. Essentially, an easement is a legal right that allows someone else to use a portion of …
Before the Deal: Key Agreements That Shape Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Commercial real estate transactions are often complex, involving large financial commitments, extended timelines, and professional advisors. Because of this complexity, parties frequently rely on preliminary agreements to structure negotiations before committing to a full purchase agreement. Among the most common tools used in these situations are letters of intent, option agreements, and rights of first …
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Commercial Leases – Three Red Flags to Watch Out For
After years of contemplating, Tina has finally decided to open a bakery. She has the recipes, baking prowess, and determination to make it a success; the only thing she’s missing is the perfect place to make it a reality. After a long search, Tina finally finds it – it’s in a busy area, rent seems …
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Travel with Peace of Mind through Smart Estate Planning
For many, traveling this time of year is a welcome escape from the cold and everyday life. What most travelers do not consider is what should be a relaxing trip could place them in a legally vulnerable situation. If someone becomes ill, has an accident, or dies while traveling and their estate plan is outdated …
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Understanding the New Minnesota Paid Leave Program & What It Means for Northern Minnesota Employers
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota is launching the Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program. This new program provides job protections and partial wage replacement for individuals unable to work due to a qualifying condition lasting at least seven days. The PFML program provides eligible employees with 55-90% of their normal wages for qualifying …
Avoiding Probate – Don’t Forget the Cars!
By: James B. Aird Nobody likes going to the DMV (now Driver and Vehicle Services or DVS), but if you have made a revocable trust the centerpiece of your estate planning, a trip to the DMV might be necessary to ensure your trust is properly funded and avoids probate. Many estate planning clients list one …
