Easements define a property owner’s right to use another’s land for a limited purpose—like access or utilities—without transferring ownership. They can increase or restrict a property’s value depending on their type and scope. Understanding how easements are created, recorded, and enforced helps buyers and developers avoid disputes and protect their property rights. Learn the key types of easements, how they’re established, and why proper legal review is essential before closing on any real estate transaction.

Understand the legal power of eminent domain, when it can be used to take private property for public use, and how owners can protect their rights and secure fair compensation.