by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate and financial transactions, Endorsement is the act of signing one’s name on the back of a check or promissory note to transfer or guarantee the instrument. An endorsement may be made with or without additional wording that limits or clarifies the...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate, an Encroachment occurs when a structure or improvement extends onto or over the property of another without legal authorization. Common examples include walls, fences, driveways, or portions of buildings that cross a property boundary. Encroachments...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate law, Eminent Domain is the power of a government entity to acquire private property for public use through a legal process known as condemnation. Public uses may include roads, schools, utilities, or other projects intended to benefit the community as a...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate law, Emblements are growing crops that are produced through annual cultivation, such as wheat, corn, or vegetables. Although they are attached to the land while growing, emblements are considered personal property rather than real property. The concept...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate and architecture, Elevation refers to the exterior design or vertical view of a structure as seen from one side, most commonly the front. It shows the arrangement and appearance of features such as doors, windows, rooflines, and exterior materials....
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate law, Ejectment is a legal action brought to recover possession of real property from someone who is unlawfully occupying it. The purpose of an ejectment action is to establish the plaintiff’s right to possession and to remove the occupant who has no...
