As we've discussed on this blog before , Nevada's courts remain a battleground for lenders seeking to establish that their security interests were not eliminated by homeowners' association foreclosure sales under NRS 116. In recent weeks, the Ninth Circuit and Supreme Court of Nevada have issued new opinions providing more guidance to ultimately resolve those […]

New funds for small commercial property target self managed super

May 15, 2018 admin

Non-bank lender Thinktank is targeting the self-managed super sector with two new trusts that give them an exposure to small-scale commercial assets that generally have performed better in distressed times than larger-scale properties. Thinktank's move reflects the resurgent interest in mortgage-backed funds, which dwindled after hitting problems during the global financial crisis. Foreclosure News

‘Super’ exam for UK solicitor candidates coming in 2020

May 1, 2017

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EDITORIAL: Nevada Supreme Court rules for investor in super lien case

February 3, 2017 admin

The Nevada Supreme Court perpetuated an absurd injustice last week when it decided that property rights and due process don't apply to mortgage lenders. The justices ruled in favor of a speculator who in 2013 claimed clear title to a Las Vegas property by simply paying off $ 6,900 in back HOA dues despite the […]

George D. Mercer, of Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C., Named as a 2016 Michigan Super Lawyer

October 31, 2016 admin

TROY, Mich., Oct. 31, 2016 — George D. M ercer has been named as a 2016 Michigan Super Lawyer in the area of Real Estate Law. / EIN News / — Mr. Mercer concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate law and mortgage lending. He has closed numerous commercial real estate acquisitions, sales […]

Law firm sues ex-client over her online reviews about ‘pushy’ and ‘super unprofessional’ lawyers

July 28, 2016

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