Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring commercial properties to be accessible to persons with disabilities
CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act): Federal environmental law governing hazardous waste and substance cleanup, crucial for property transfer liability
Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in real estate transactions
FIRPTA: Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act regulating tax withholding on property sales by foreign persons
Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Federal law requiring full disclosure in certain real estate transactions crossing state lines
State Real Property Laws: State-specific laws governing real estate ownership, transfer, and rights
State Zoning Regulations: Local and state regulations controlling property use and development
State Environmental Regulations: State-specific environmental protection requirements and disclosures
State Recording Requirements: State-specific rules for documenting and recording property transfers
Title Insurance Requirements: State and lender requirements for insuring clear title to property
Building Codes: Local and state construction and maintenance standards for commercial properties
Transfer Tax Requirements: State and local taxes imposed on real estate transfers
Commercial Leasing Laws: Regulations governing existing tenant rights and lease obligations in commercial properties
Due Diligence Requirements: Legal and practical investigation requirements before completing property purchase
Escrow Requirements: State-specific rules for handling funds and documents during transaction closing
