Allodial Title

Allodial title is a form of land ownership in which the owner holds property independently, without owing rent, service, or other obligations to a superior landlord. This is a type of land ownership almost no one will ever experience. Allodial title is very rare for...

Condominium Conversion

What is a condominium conversion? Does this mean you can convert a condominium into whatever you want? It sure doesn’t! Condominium conversion refers to the process of changing an existing building, such as an apartment complex, hotel, or other multi-unit...

Condominium Parking Tandem

What is “Condominium parking tandem” in a real estate listing? Is this some kind of tandem bicycle parking? Nope! This refers to a parking arrangement in which two or more vehicles are parked one behind the other in the same parking space or parking area....

Condominium Deck Avail

What does “Condominium Deck Avail” mean in a real estate listing? Great question! Condominium deck availability indicates whether a condominium unit includes a private or exclusive-use deck, balcony, patio, or similar outdoor living space. In condominium...

Deeded Storage

What is deeded storage? Is it a more intense form of storage? Yes and no! Deeded storage refers to a storage unit that is legally owned as part of a property’s real estate interest. If a storage unit associated with a condominium is not deeded, it is usually...

Condominium Storage Tax

What is a condominium storage tax? Is it just another fun way to pay more taxes? The answer is: kind of! Condominiums often have storage units, and these units may be legally part of the condominium itself, not a separate property that can be bought or sold...