Hilton Silvers & McClanahan, PLLC

10/06/2026

Some of our paralegals are out of office for a day of learning! We would love to share our knowledge with your real estate firm—reach out if you want us to do a lunch and learn or attend your team meeting!

10/01/2026

08/06/2026

We love sharing our knowledge with agents! Call us if you want us to come and speak to your team! (919) 848-6164

07/03/2026

We hope you have a safe and patriotic 4th of July weekend! If you get a buyer under contract--send it to [email protected] 🇺🇸🏡📄🎆

06/29/2026

MONDAY LEGAL QUICK TIP:

Due to the influx of material fact disputes recently, we wanted to share with you “material facts” which frequently create liability issues for North Carolina brokers if not disclosed. Remember, any fact that could affect a reasonable person’s decision to buy, sell, or lease property is considered a material fact and must be disclosed.

🔍 Restrictive Covenants. Restrictive covenants may limit how a property can be used, including restrictions on rentals, short-term rentals, pets, parking, accessory structures, fencing, home businesses, architectural modifications, and future development, and therefore may materially affect a buyer's intended use of the property.

💡 NCREC Guidance: If a broker becomes aware that recorded restrictive covenants may materially affect a buyer's intended use of the property, that information should be disclosed. While brokers are not expected to provide legal interpretations of restrictive covenants, they should recognize when restrictions may be material and recommend that buyers review the recorded documents and seek legal advice when appropriate.

✅ Practice Tip:
· Request from Seller copies of all recorded restrictive covenants, declarations, amendments, and architectural guidelines as early as possible.

· Ask buyers how they intend to use the property (e.g., rental property, home office, detached garage, pool, fence, or accessory dwelling unit).

· Encourage buyers to review the governing documents before the end of any due diligence period.

· Recommend consultation with a North Carolina real estate attorney whenever questions arise regarding the interpretation or enforceability of restrictive covenants.

06/03/2026

Happy Closing Day! Wishing you all the best in your new home 🏡

05/12/2026

This weather is a vibe! We want to help buyers get into their new homes to enjoy spring and summer! Send real estate contracts to [email protected]

04/28/2026

Thank you to Relevate Real Estate for hosting the most perfect spring event! We loved picking strawberries with you 🍓

02/13/2026

We love making homebuyers dreams come true! Happy Valentines Day! 😍🏡