It's one of those things that doesn't seem right. You have your property, which may have been in your family for years, and now the government is saying they will take some of it. But they'll be sure to compensate you. Thomas Jefferson stated that "A right to property...
Month: March 2024
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How do you determine the value of real estate?
When it comes to eminent domain, one key thing to remember is that the government has to provide just compensation when taking someone’s private property. Eminent domains can often be used for public works, like the construction of an interstate or certain government...
Don’t be confused about condemnation
One of the most confusing terms associated with eminent domain actions by governmental agencies is condemnation. If you are like most people, you likely associate condemnation of properties as the legal process to destroy an unsafe, derelict property. But when...