Off the Cuff with Scott and Rob

We’re excited to introduce “Off the Cuff,” a series of conversations between Scott Reidenbach and Rob Shulman, two attorneys who have encountered nearly everything in real estate over their storied careers.

Through casual, easy to understand (and fun!) conversations, Scott and Rob will touch upon real estate matters that anyone who has ever rented, bought, sold or invested should know. Have a listen, and email Rob if there is a subject you’d like to hear about in an upcoming episode.

Artificial intelligence or AI is everywhere these days and all indicators point toward its increased use and application in our lives. In this episode, Scott and Rob explore the proliferation of AI in the legal industry, and how it may impact the future of law.

In this episode, Rob and Scott explore Millennial homebuyers - everything from relevant statistics, buying habits and preferences, and recommendations for Millenials who are in the market for a new home. We also discuss how to assemble a strong team of professionals to help throughout the buying process, and why Millenials may want to consider buying in a planned community.

In this episode, Scott and Rob walk through the nuances of property ownership within a planned community. From Philadelphia high rises to rural condos of Chester County, there are commonalities between all condos and homeowners’ associations. Tune in to learn which questions to ask, what to read, and where to look if you are purchasing property in a planned community as a resident or investor.

With the real estate market being busier than ever, buyers have to be willing to make themselves look like the most attractive buyer in the market. Whether that means paying over the asking price on a property, making cash offers, or even waiving contingencies. Listen here to learn more about contingencies and whether it’s advised or not to waive any contingencies in order to make yourself look like the most the most attractive buyer on the market. Afterall, contingencies were initially put in place to protect buyers purchasing a home.

Negotiating is an essential life skill. Specifically in law and real estate, negotiation plays an important role in transactions, litigation, with our clients, accountants, opposing counsel, etc. The ultimate objective is to resolve whatever the issue is at hand. Listen here to learn some of the most fundamental components of negotiations and why it is so critical. Here’s one of many helpful tips discussed: “Attack the issue, not the person.”

Realtors provide a lot of value, but are they necessary for real estate transactions? In Pennsylvania, there is no requirement that you must hire a realtor to buy or sell your house – but what risks, if any, does that impose? Listen here to learn more about how necessary realtors really are in real estate transactions and what other options you may have.

In recent years, there have been on-going discrepancies between builders and buyers when entering into contracts for new construction homes. Particularly, builders are experiencing issues with labor shortages and supply chain orders now more than ever. What are ways to protect builders when entering into contracts with buyers to avoid contract termination? What are ways to protect buyers if their builder is not meeting the terms and conditions set forth in the contract? Listen to this episode for tips for both builders and buyers when entering into a contract for a new construction home and avoiding litigation or headaches.