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Welcome to Real & Estates a blog by Alisha Melvin, Esq., where expertise meets dedication in the world of real estate. As the driving force behind our company, Broker Alisha Melvin, Esq. brings over 20 years of experience specializing in expert realtor services for the purchase and sale of real property with a specialization in legal disputes and court-ordered sales. Our blog delves into the complexities of these topics, offering professional insights and reliable guidance to help you navigate and industry changes in the real property and estate realm.

Explore our blog to stay informed and empowered, trusting Alisha to handle your most intricate real estate needs with care and precision.

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Where to Verify My Legal and Real Estate Credentials

In today’s world, credibility and transparency are everything—especially when it comes to navigating legal and real estate transactions that impact your assets, your future, and your family legacy.As both a licensed attorney and real estate broker with over 25 years of…

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📢 A Wake-Up Call for the Real Estate Industry: Protecting Privacy and Safety in the Digital Age 🏡🔒

Recent tragedies, including the shocking assassination of a healthcare CEO and the targeted burglaries of high-profile athletes and celebrities, have exposed alarming vulnerabilities in how personal and property information is shared. As real estate professionals, we must…

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Wholesaling

New Legislation Brings Transparency to Residential Wholesale Transactions

This week, an important milestone was achieved with the signing of Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1173 by Governor Josh Shapiro, making it Act 52 of 2024. This new law significantly amends the Real Estate Licensing and Registration Act to address residential wholesale…

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RE Specialties

Why Real Estate Agents have so many initials after their name?

If you've ever received an email from a real estate agent or visited their website, you may have noticed a string of initials following their name. These acronyms represent various designations and certifications awarded by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). But…

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Probate RE Specialties

What is the difference between Affidavit of Heirship and Determination of Heirship?

An Affidavit of Heirship and a Determination of Heirship are legal documents used in the context of determining the rightful heirs of a deceased person, especially when there is no will.

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WHAT IS ESTATE PLANNING?

Estate planning is the process of creating a plan for the distribution of your assets after you pass away or become incapacitated. This plan typically includes preparing legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives. The…

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WHAT IS PROBATE?

Probate is the process of legally proving the validity of a will and administering the deceased person’s estate according to the will or state laws. In order to initiate the probate process, an application must be filed with the court. This application is typically called…

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IS A WILL BETTER THAN A TRUST?

Both a will and a trust serve different purposes, and which one is better for an individual depends on their specific circumstances and goals. A will is a legal document that specifies how an individual’s assets will be distributed after their death. It also allows an…

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HOW TO FIND UNCLAIMED PROPERTY?

Unclaimed property refers to financial assets that have been abandoned or forgotten by their rightful owners. Examples of unclaimed property can include bank accounts, stocks, bonds, uncashed paychecks, refunds, royalties, insurance proceeds, and safe deposit box contents.…

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WHAT TYPE OF TRUST SHIELDS YOUR ASSETS FROM NURSING HOMES

A type of trust that can help shield assets from nursing home costs is known as a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT) or a Medicaid Qualifying Trust (MQT). This type of trust is designed to protect assets from being taken into account when determining Medicaid…

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Q & A: MEET ALISHA MELVIN, ESQ

Meet Alisha, a highly skilled and experienced attorney and real estate broker aka realtor. With 12 plus years of experience in both legal and real estate fields, Alisha has a unique perspective and understanding of the complexities and nuances of real estate transactions.…

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ALL THINGS REAL & ESTATES

How I got here…for many years I thought myself to be a general practitioner in the legal field. I was simply trying to make a living like many attorneys while maintaining my household as a single mother. The typical attorney lifestyle of billable hours focused on making…

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Real & Estates Blog by Alisha Melvin Esq.

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