What Is the Deadline To Sue A Contractor In Minnesota?

Minnesota law imposes a short deadline to sue a contractor for construction defects, otherwise known as a statute of limitations. The applicable deadline depends on both the type of community where the home is located and the nature of the claim. Deadline For Home Warranty Claims Minnesota’s home warranty statute provides a one-year warranty for…

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What Does The Minnesota Home Warranty Cover?

Every new home built in Minnesota comes with a Minnesota home warranty. The Minnesota home warranty guarantees that the home will perform in accordance with the building code. The Minnesota home warranty applies to all types of homes, including townhomes, condominiums, apartments, and single-family homes. Minnesota’s home warranty statute provides that in every sale of “dwelling”…

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Adverse Possession Law In Minnesota

Most people come to own real estate the old fashion way: They buy the property from the owner. In exchange, they usually receive a deed conveying title to the property. But, a conveyance is not the only way to acquire real property. People also come to own real property through adverse possession. This article will…

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Establishing a Boundary by Practical Location

Practical location is a legal doctrine that can be used to establish a new location of a property boundary. The doctrine may be used to establish a boundary line where none can be located or agreed upon. More commonly, however, the doctrine is used to change a boundary line from what is reflected on a…

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