The Law of Real Estate Transactions

Real estate involves long-term relationships that are structured through legal documents. This advanced course, building on the knowledge developed in RES3000/LAW3301, focuses on understanding transactional law and the underlying economics of transactions. It analyzes problems relating to legal documents for leasing, lending and brokerage, and also discusses topics in environmental law, federal income tax, entity structuring and negotiation. Students will develop a thorough grounding in the types of legal issues that businesspeople typically negotiate in real estate transactions. They will also develop ethical awareness through a consideration of the issues involved in negotiating aggressively, but honestly. RES 4000 is cross listed with LAW 3302.

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