Real Estate Resources

Colorado Commercial Evictions: Things Every Commercial Landlord and Tenant Should Know

March 15, 2024

Learn why a strong and effective lease is critical and when you might need to evict a problem tenant.

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Eviction Lawyers Insights: What Colorado Landlords Should Know About Evictions

Mar 13, 2024

Evicting a resident can be a stressful experience. Understanding the process is essential.

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New Law Limits How Much Landlords Can Charge Renters With Pets

Mar 13, 2024

Colorado lawmakers are limiting the amount of leash slack landlords get when it comes to how much they can charge tenants with pets.  H...

Why Landlords Shouldn’t Use Zillow To Create Lease Agreements

Mar 5, 2024

Colorado landlords are, unfortunately, finding out the hard way that their online-generated lease agreements don’t pass legal muster. M...

What Virtual Eviction Proceedings Mean for Colorado Landlords

Feb 26, 2024

Evictions, “having no geography, knows no boundaries.” While the original quote by Truman Capote referred to love, we think Capote may ...

How R&H Helps Client With a Mountain Property Dispute

Feb 13, 2024

Robinson & Henry client Dean shares his experience navigating a property dispute, shedding light on the critical role R&H had i...

Helping Homeowners Fight Bad Contractors in ‘Rico to the Rescue’ Season 2

Jan 16, 2024

Denver realtor and construction restoration consultant Rico León is back for Season 2 of the hit show Rico To The Rescue on HGTV, and w...

Property Divorce for Unmarried Couples?

January 4, 2024

If you co-own property with someone you’re not married to, what happens to the property if the relationship sours? Who gets to ke...

Fight the Lien on Your Home

Sep 6, 2023

It can be unnerving to discover you have a lien on your house. The good news is, there are ways to fight a lien on your home. This arti...

Colorado Landlords Face Stricter Rental Agreement Laws

Sep 5, 2023

A new law tightens Colorado rental agreement regulations by further limiting what landlords can include in their leases. Find out what ...

Colorado Caps Renter Income Requirements and Security Deposits; Limits Credit Inquires

Aug 31, 2023

Affordable housing is difficult to come by in Colorado. In an effort to make the search a little easier for renters, state lawmakers pa...

Landlords Must Accept Portable Rental Applications

Aug 16, 2023

Colorado landlords who lease residential units must now accept portable rental applications from prospective renters. This article delv...

The Ultimate Guide to Evicting Bad Tenants

May 8, 2023

As a Colorado landlord, you owe an immense responsibility to your tenants. Renting is a two-way street, however, and your tenants have ...

Denver Residential Rental Licensing Requirements

Mar 1, 2023

By 2024, all landlords who rent out residential property in the City and County of Denver must get a local license. Failure to do so ca...

Material vs. Non-Material Breach of Contract: What’s the Difference?

Dec 29, 2022

If you want to sue your contractor for breach of contract, the first thing you need to do is determine if the breach you are claiming i...

Can I Sue My Contractor for Overcharging?

Dec 25, 2022

You chose the lowest bidder for your home renovation project. A prudent move, so you thought. Then how come you’ve been billed twice as...

Is it Worth it to Sue My Bad Contractor?

Dec 25, 2022

The last thing you want during a major project is to get tied down in litigation against a bad contractor. Unfortunately, poor workmans...

What Are My Legal Options if the Contractor Left Unfinished Work?

Dec 20, 2022

You hired a contractor. You paid the contractor. Then halfway through your expensive home renovation project, the contractor disappeare...

How do I safeguard myself against service animal fraud?

Dec 14, 2022

It’s tough to describe the bond between a person and his/her service animal. A blind person may rely on a service dog to navigate...

Can I Sue My Contractor for Doing Unpermitted Work?

Dec 14, 2022

When you had your kitchen remodeled, you hoped it would add great value when you decided to sell your home. Now it’s the reason you can...

If You’re Ready to Sue Over Poor Workmanship

Dec 14, 2022

When you hire professionals to build on your property, you expect professional results. You expect that remodeled kitchen or brand new ...

Dealing with a Difficult Contractor: What Kind of Lawyer Do You Need?

Dec 13, 2022

The new addition on your home wasn’t supposed to feel like a subtraction. However, due to hiring the wrong contractor, your long-term i...

Legally Evict Your Adult Child in Colorado

Nov 30, 2022

You’re a good parent or at least you’ve tried to be. When your adult child needed a place to stay, you opened your door. You set aside ...

Short-Term Rentals in Colorado

Nov 15, 2022

Colorado short-term rentals have continued to explode in popularity, even through the COVID-19 pandemic. The Centennial State gained ab...

What to Know About Roommate Evictions in Colorado

Nov 11, 2022

Reduce the stress of evicting a roommate by ensuring it’s done properly the first time.

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How Can I Make the Most of My Eviction Case Assessment?

Oct 24, 2022

It’s tough to know how to prepare for something you’ve never done before, including meeting with an eviction attorney. This...

Colorado Security Deposit Laws

Oct 24, 2022

The facts and circumstances vary for each security deposit dispute. Know your rights.

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How Do I Get a Zoning Variance in Colorado?

Oct 17, 2022

If you own real estate, you may wish to change a property’s zoning if the existing zoning does not allow your intended or desired use o...

Understanding Real Estate Fraud: Don’t Sign Anything Yet

Oct 14, 2022

Real estate transactions are complex and involve substantial sums of money. It’s no wonder they also attract charlatans who, seeking ea...

Colorado Homeowners Association Lawyers

Oct 12, 2022

In 2022, the Colorado State Legislature made significant changes to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (CCIOA), the comprehensi...

Dealing With Neighbors & Boundary Disputes in Colorado

Oct 11, 2022

What you need to know about resolving property boundary issues.

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What Should I Know About HOAs Before I Move into the Community?

Oct 10, 2022

If you’re planning to move into a homeowner’s association-governed community, you may wonder, “Is there anything I sh...

Is it Time to Pursue Real Estate Litigation?

Oct 10, 2022

Real estate is not just about the buying, selling, and leasing of property. It’s about building and sustaining wealth. Many people inve...

*Case Study: Defeated Illegal Eviction by The Grand Apartments

Oct 5, 2022

Signing a lease for a new apartment is exciting. Moving to a new place comes with a pretty big to-do list — but one item likely missing...

Lease Agreement Reviews are Recommended for Landlords

Oct 5, 2022

Landlords can learn a valuable lesson from an Eagle County, Colorado eviction case in which a judge dismissed an attempt to evict a loc...

*Case Study: Short-Term Rental License Approval

Sep 27, 2022

CASE STUDY Hotels, motels, and bed-and-breakfasts used to be the only options for a place to stay when traveling  ̶  that is, until sho...

How to Deal With a Bad Contractor

Sep 23, 2022

You should be able to trust your contractor to create the kitchen of your dreams or perform emergency repairs on your office. When a ba...

Homeowners Can Use Their HOA’s Insurance

Apr 15, 2022

If you live in a community regulated by a Homeowner’s Association, then you’re familiar with that extra payment you make each mon...

Displaying Flags and Signs in an HOA Community

Apr 8, 2022

Colorado law now prohibits homeowners associations from restricting you from displaying flags or signs on your property in most instanc...

What to Do if the HOA Denies Your Improvement Request

Feb 17, 2022

When the HOA denies your improvement request you may think there is nothing else you can do. Well, that might be the case, but don̵...

Contractor Damaged Your Property?

Dec 15, 2021

If your contractor damaged your property instead of improving it, you may be able to recover money for the damage. If you find yourself...

New Law Changes What Can be Included in a Lease in Colorado

Dec 1, 2021

Are You a Landlord Facing a Lawsuit? If you’re a landlord, it’s important to keep up with the current lease regulations. Ch...

Changes to Eviction Possession Hearings Create Problems for Landlords

Dec 1, 2021

Need Help to Evict a Bad Tenant?  The evictions process recently got more difficult for landlords. Tighter timelines for the eviction p...

Landlords: Know the New Evictions Summons Law

Dec 1, 2021

Talk With a Colorado Landlord Attorney If you’re a landlord, then you already know that the process to evict a bad tenant has str...

How Insurance Works When It’s Not Your Fault

Dec 1, 2021

You should use your insurance when it’s not your fault. Yes, you read that correctly. Robinson & Henry Lead Litigation Attorn...

Buying or Building a Home? What to Do if the Seller Cancels Your Contract.

Sep 17, 2021

In many parts of the country, like Colorado, the housing market is tight. People pay top dollar, often well above the asking price, to ...

Colorado Landlords Can Resume Evictions

Sep 2, 2021

Updated Oct. 5, 2021. Circumstances may change. Landlords nationwide can resume evictions after the U.S. Supreme Court blocked the Bide...

Tips from Our Clients

Aug 27, 2021

The decision to hire an attorney is usually is not an easy one for most people. Our website is chock full of great tips and general adv...

*CASE STUDY: We Defeated HOA Bullies

Aug 25, 2021

“Home is where the heart is.” “Mi casa es su casa.” “A man’s home is his castle.” “Home, sweet home.” There are many idyllic homeowners...

Find Out if Your HOA is Power Hungry

Aug 16, 2021

If you own a house or townhome, there’s a good chance you belong to a homeowner’s association. Robinson & Henry’s...

Two Reasons to Get a Lawyer for HOA Problems

Aug 16, 2021

Homeowners do not always need an attorney to resolve disputes with their HOA. But Robinson & Henry’s HOA Litigation Attorneys...

How to Remove Someone from a Property Title

Jul 21, 2021

After death or a divorce, people often want to know how to remove someone from a property title. This question often arises when itR...

When You May Need a Quiet Title Action

Jun 17, 2021

Buying a new home is an exciting time. Finding out there is an issue with the property’s title can detract from what should be a ...

When Home Sellers Must Disclose Meth on a Property

Jun 16, 2021

If you’ve ever bought or sold a home, you know about the disclosure process. Disclosures are meant to protect parties to the tran...

Enforcing a Mechanic’s Lien

Jun 15, 2021

Enforcing a mechanic’s lien is often the last resort for a contractor whose client failed to pay for a home remodeling or repair ...

Avoid These Mechanic’s Lien Pitfalls

May 7, 2021

A mechanic’s lien is a powerful tool a contractor can use to force a client to pay. Real Estate Attorney Boyd Rolfson offers some...

Mechanic’s Lien: A Power Tool for Contractors

May 6, 2021

Contractors whose clients will not pay them can turn to the mechanic’s lien for help. Real Estate Attorney Boyd Rolfson explains ...

Landlords: Two Important Eviction Court Dates

Apr 6, 2021

Questions About Eviction Court Dates? Knowing and keeping eviction court dates are vital to a landlord’s successful eviction case...

Eviction Timelines and How They Vary

Apr 6, 2021

Landlords always ask our eviction attorneys: how long before the eviction forces tenants out of my rental property? Even though evictio...

How to Enforce a Mechanic’s Lien

Mar 23, 2021

A good contractor can turn a home from old to bold with a solid remodeling plan. And for the most part, an experienced crew can carry o...

Why You Should Get Legal Help with a Mechanic’s Lien

Mar 22, 2021

Many contractors whose clients haven’t paid them try to resolve the issue on their own. Perhaps you’ve considered filing a ...

The Power of a Mechanic’s Lien

Mar 16, 2021

Colorado contractors own lots of tools, but perhaps the most powerful one at their disposal is not found on his or her tool belt. Nope,...

Make Sure Your Deposit Refund Policy is Legal

Mar 11, 2021

Robinson & Henry Managing Partner and real estate and landlord-tenant attorney Don Eby spoke with ABC Denver 7 reporter Jaclyn Alle...

Why Home Inspections are Vital to a Homebuyer

Feb 25, 2021

You find what you think is a wonderful house for sale in the location you want at your price range. It’s a miracle! Right? In mak...

Civil Trespassing: Did You Know Water Can Trespass on Your Property?

Feb 19, 2021

Most of us know the general definition of trespassing. No Trespassing signs or teenagers exploring an abandoned private property probab...

HOA Targeting You? Here’s What You Can Do

Feb 17, 2021

Living in a house and being part of a neighborhood can be great until it begins to feel like your HOA is nitpicking everything you do. ...

Can an Attorney Save You in a Real Estate Transaction?

Nov 13, 2020

Real Estate transactions can be difficult and stressful for anyone. Why not skip the madness and hire an attorney? Civil Litigation Att...

How an Attorney Can Help with an HOA Dispute

Nov 13, 2020

Civil Litigation Attorney briefly explains how an attorney may be able to help you with your HOA dispute. Need an Attorney? Give us a c...

What’s a Property Disclosure Form?

Nov 12, 2020

If you are selling your home, you’ll want to know how to fill out a disclosure form for your property the right way. This can sav...

Are Meth Disclosures Required in a Home Sale?

Oct 21, 2020

Before you finalize your house sale, the prospective buyer will want to know as much as possible about the property’s physical conditio...

Homebuyers! Undisclosed Defects Do Not Have To Result In A Money Pit

Oct 5, 2020

One common mistake new homebuyers make is assuming that everything in their house will work perfectly because it’s brand new to them. D...

The HOA Love-Hate Relationship

Sep 25, 2020

Many communities have a homeowners’ association to help maintain a neighborhood’s appearance and value. While HOAs can be h...

How to Sell Your Home Without Getting Sued Later

Sep 18, 2020

Plenty of things can go wrong during the home selling process. But did you know there are home sellers who get sued after their home is...

How YOU Can Make Change Within Your HOA

Sep 15, 2020

Homeowners Associations can be extraordinarily frustrating, especially when the HOA board does not address your concerns. It is possibl...

Past Mold Can Destroy Your Home’s Value

Aug 25, 2020

If you believe your home has past mold damage, it’s important to get a full analysis to determine the extent of the damage. Real ...

Attention Landlords! Don’t Make This Eviction Mistake

Aug 7, 2020

Questions About Eviction & Length of Notice? In handling evictions, one of the most common problems we see is on the notice to quit...

Can a Renter Withhold Rent Due to Problems With the Property?

Aug 7, 2020

Has your tenant claimed a breach of the warranty of habitability? There are a couple things that need to happen before your tenant can ...

How to Find Vital Information About Your Foreclosure

Aug 7, 2020

If your home is going into foreclosure, it can be frustrating not knowing everything you need to know. Luckily there are ways to find f...

Read This Before You Buy Property With Someone

Jul 8, 2020

It’s an exciting time when you buy property – a home, land, or commercial site – with someone. But what if that relat...

How to Manage Bad Neighbors

Jun 1, 2020

Most of us want to live peacefully among our neighbors. But what happens when you have someone who isn’t so pleasant living next ...

Does Mold Make Your Rental Property Uninhabitable?

May 11, 2020

It’s important for landlords to know what makes a rental property uninhabitable. This article touches on whether mold can make a ...

How to Get Your HOA Assessment Reduced

May 4, 2020

Millions of people are falling behind on their bills due to losing their job or taking pay cuts due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A common ...

How to Get Your HOA Rules Enforced

Apr 30, 2020

Get Your Neighbors to Follow the HOA Rules When neighbors break HOA covenants, it can negatively affect you and your property value. Yo...

Outrageous Property Tax Assessment? You Can Appeal!

Apr 28, 2020

Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment! Your local tax authority does not always consider all the changes that occur to your property when...

Speed Up Eviction Using Colorado Law

Apr 27, 2020

There are circumstances when the eviction process can happen sooner – rather than later. The law provides some exceptions for tho...

Denver’s Short Term Rental Law Strikes Again

Sep 12, 2019

Just last month, another Denver resident, high-profile immigration attorney Aaron Elinoff, was arrested on the charge of “attempting to...

Can I Sue Colorado Seller for Failure to Disclose Defects?

Jul 24, 2019

Moving into a new home is an exciting time. That is until you discover a problem the seller never informed you about. State and federal...

What to Look for in a Great Civil Trial Lawyer

May 30, 2019

When you’re faced with a civil lawsuit that’s headed to trial, it’s important to find a lawyer who has experience arg...

A Homeowner’s Defense to a Mechanic’s Lien

Feb 19, 2019

Mechanic’s liens are a legal tool contractors use to recover unpaid money from a homeowner for their work on a job, such as a remodelin...

Our Colorado Litigation Lawyers’ Guide to Wire Fraud | Paying the Price

Feb 19, 2019

The ability to quickly transfer money to someone else’s bank account across town, in a different state, or even another country has mad...

Questions and Answers with Steve Whitmore, Senior Real Estate Attorney, Robinson & Henry

Jan 31, 2019

When you bought property with your partner, your friend, your sibling, you may have thought you’d always get along, have the same ideas...

Choosing the Right Colorado Land Use Attorney

Dec 6, 2018

Misunderstandings over zoning, easements, boundary disputes, and land development can lead to significant financial losses and bitter f...

Colorado Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities

Dec 6, 2018

Landlord-tenant disputes are common. Fortunately, most could be avoided simply by both parties being aware of their respective rights a...

Resolving your Colorado Property Ownership Dispute: Who Owns This Place Anyway?

Nov 7, 2018

Owning property with a friend, partner or relative can give rise to problems and upset relationships when the real estate tides turn. K...

Laws Protecting Renters in Colorado

Sep 20, 2018

When you begin looking for a new house or apartment to rent in Denver, what rights do you have as a potential tenant? The answer to thi...

Commercial Leases in Colorado: 20 Things You Should Know

Aug 28, 2018

Commercial leases are often long and complex documents. It’s important to know what you are getting into before signing.

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How a Litigation Attorney Can Help You

Aug 27, 2018

You open your door and the next thing you know someone is handing you a summons and complaint. You’re being sued! What should you do no...

Choosing A Residential Real Estate Attorney

Aug 15, 2018

There are many reasons you may need the services of a residential real estate attorney. But, you don’t want to call up just any name in...

Real Estate Agent Defense

Aug 15, 2018

We’ve seen these situations all too frequently among real estate agents: You help your client purchase a home in good faith, only to ha...

Choosing A Colorado Commercial Real Estate Attorney

Aug 15, 2018

>Whether you are a property owner wanting to lease a building or a business owner seeking to secure a location from which to operate...

Colorado Property Rights: Solving Ownership Disputes, Title Issues and Partition Actions

Aug 15, 2018

Do you need to quiet title or partition real estate in Colorado? Our attorneys can help settle property disputes.

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Infographic: For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Can Save You Money

Aug 14, 2018

For sale by owner (FSBO) can be a smart option. Our infographic explains why.

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Do You Have A Case?

Aug 13, 2018

Litigation is complex and unpredictable. Consult an attorney before filing a lawsuit.

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Landlords and Marijuana: A Guide to Protect Your Rental Properties

Aug 10, 2018

Know your rights as a landlord or tenant regarding marijuana, and how its use or cultivation may be restricted by a lease.

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Colorado For Sale by Owner (FSBO) Lawyer Talks About Selling Without a Realtor

Aug 10, 2018

A FSBO can save you a lot of money. We can help you do it right.

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Our Lawyers Fighting for Colorado Property Owners During Eminent Domain Disputes Discuss Your Rights.

Aug 10, 2018

Answers to commons questions about eminent domain and landowner rights.

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Contractor’s Guide to Mechanic’s Liens in Colorado

Jul 31, 2018

You have one chance to record and foreclose on a mechanics lien. Get it right. Hire a professional to help you.

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Mechanic’s Liens: Colorado Homeowner’s Guide

Jul 31, 2018

Don’t get mired in the technicalities of a Mechanics’ Lien on your property. Know your rights.

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5 Mistakes when Filing a Mechanics’ Lien in Colorado

May 31, 2018

For a contractor unaware, a mechanics’ lien is a useful legal tool for both securing and collecting on unpaid debt for services a...

Disclosure of Material Defects and Adverse Facts in Colorado – Brokers Caught in the Middle

Nov 30, 2017

Our Colorado Real Estate and Failure to Disclose Lawyers Discuss Broker Disclosure Issues So, your client has told you about his previo...

Title Insurance and Rule E-14: Are you Vulnerable to a Lawsuit?

Oct 5, 2017

Lawsuits are every broker’s nightmare. Even for the most well-meaning broker, the slightest mistake could end up costing a great deal o...

Don Eby Talks Colorado Real Estate Contracts on Money Talk Radio

Sep 11, 2017

Robinson & Henry, P.C. Partner and Lead Real Estate Attorney Don Eby recently joined David Hosterman and Joe Massey for the Mile Hi...

Our Colorado 1031 Exchange Lawyers Discuss the Possibilities with Like Kind Exchanges

Jul 24, 2017

How Savvy Colorado Property Investors Utilize Deferred Tax Transactions Current and prospective investors know that the market is alway...

Thinking Of Buying and ‘Flipping’ A Home? Know What You Are Getting Into First

Oct 17, 2016

Home improvements continue to be a popular hobby, and some homeowners have turned it into a lucrative business. House ‘flipping’ gained...

Eviction Attorney Don Eby Interviewed by ABC 7 News

Aug 25, 2016

Eviction Attorney Don Eby was interviewed by ABC 7 News after a man received a warning from his landlord saying that he would be evicte...

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Types of Real Estate & Landlord-Tenant Law Cases

Real estate can be a significant investment. And everything about your investment is important, from the initial transaction to any property disputes that might arise. That’s where guidance from a skilled real estate attorney comes in. Handling everything from buy/sell contracts and mechanic’s liens to boundary-line or zoning disputes and co-ownership issues, the property attorneys at Robinson & Henry will defend your rights under the law and will help ensure outcomes that are in your best interest. Our clients include buyers and sellers, landlords, tenants, real estate brokers and developers, and HOA members. Let our experience guide you—call now for an assessment.

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