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John Poulos Selected as Super Lawyer for 2019
JOHN N. POULOS, Shareholder and chair of the real estate group at Poulos LoPiccolo PC has been selected to the 2019 New Jersey Super Lawyers list. No more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by Super Lawyers. Prior to John Poulos’ selection to the 2019 Super Lawyers, John Poulos… Read More »
Climate Change Impacts Housing Market
Some may think that climate change only affects future generations. However, climate change is already hitting the housing market. A recent podcast by NPR discusses the notion of scientists using Zillow data to predict the current impact of rising sea levels on the real estate market. A study conducted by the Union of Concerned… Read More »
Make Your Home Greener on Earth Day and Everyday
Earth Day may only come once a year, however, it is important to care for the Earth everyday. This is the only planet we call home after all. Increasing our environmental awareness and reducing our carbon footprint is becoming even more prevalent these days, with many striving to bring eco-consciousness to our homes. There… Read More »
Spring Into Action on Your Home Maintenance
The weather is getting warmer, the days are getting longer, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the flowers are in full bloom again. Spring is in the air. Now is the perfect opportunity to spring into action on some much needed home maintenance. Your home most likely took a beating from… Read More »
Protecting Your Home During Winter
Winter weather and storms can bring extreme cold, frigid temperatures, freezing rain, ice, snow, hail, and high winds and gusts. Knowing what to do in the event of a storm can make an immense difference in safety and resiliency. It is equally important to prep and protect your home. From frozen pipes to ripped… Read More »
Fannie Mae Wants to Make It Easier to Build a Home
Despite the currently thriving U.S. real estate market, it is still rather difficult for prospective homebuyers to build a home these days. The low housing supply yet high demand for homes has made homeownership unaffordable for many. Mortgage mogul Fannie Mae is seeking to change this. Fannie Mae is taking an array of initiatives… Read More »
Millennials Driving Housing Market
One would think that due to inflation, stagnant wages, the high cost of living in metropolitan areas, and the exorbitant price of obtaining a college degree these days, owning a home is simply out of the question for most Millennials. However, according to Spencer Rascoff, CEO of Zillow, this is simply not the case. … Read More »
Poulos LoPiccolo P.C. And Nagel Rice, L.L.P File Class Action Against World Patent Marketing Alleging Fraudulent Inventor Promotion Operation
On December 21, 2016, the law firms of Poulos LoPiccolo, P.C. [1305 South Roller Road, Ocean, New Jersey 07712; www.pllawfirm.com] and Nagel Rice, L.L.P. [103 Eisenhower Parkway, Roseland, New Jersey 07068; www.nagelrice.com] filed a class action lawsuit against Desa Industries, Inc., a New York based corporation, doing business as World Patent Marketing, headquartered in… Read More »
How a CEMA Can Save You Thousands in Mortgage Taxes
What is a CEMA? In New York State, refinancing a mortgage or purchasing a home triggers a mortgage tax. New York homeowners can reduce their tax liability with a Consolidation, Extension and Modification Agreement (“CEMA”). A CEMA consolidates the old, outstanding, mortgage debt and the new debt so you only pay taxes on the… Read More »
2014
Appointed Co-Lead counsel in In Re: Electrolux Home Produces Ice Maker Cases, Master Docket 12:cv-003341-NLH-AMD. Co-Lead Counsel in Caruso v. Work Out World, MID-L-3112-13. Co-Lead Counsel in Ardino v. Retrofitness, et al., 14-cv-01567. Lead Counsel in Smerling v. Medispa of Shrewsbury, et al, Docket No. MID-L-6340-13. Co-Lead Counsel in Miller v. Chrysler Group, LLC,… Read More »