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South Carolina Property and Real Estate Laws
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Maybe you have some property in The Low Country and you’re worried about trespassers’ rights. Or you’re renting a place to some unruly undergrads. Or maybe you’ve fallen on some hard times and you’re worried about losing your house. Either way, being familiar with the Palmetto State’s property and real estate laws might end up saving you some time and trouble down the line. The links below provide state-specific laws on a number of property and real estate topics — including the landlord-tenant relationship, and how property ownership can be gained through a process called adverse possession.
Learn About South Carolina Property and Real Estate Laws
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South Carolina Homestead Laws
South Carolina’s homestead law allows homeowners to designate a piece of property as a “homestead,” protecting a portion of the value of the property from creditors.
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South Carolina Adverse Possession Laws
Adverse possession is a longstanding legal concept that allows a person to take ownership of a piece of property by occupying it for a certain amount of time and meeting other criteria.
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South Carolina Leases and Rental Agreements Laws
South Carolina has a number of laws on the books that protect renters from unfair treatment and require both landlords and tenants to carry certain responsibilities.
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South Carolina Civil Statute of Limitations Laws
This articles sets out and explains the South Carolina’s main civil statutes of limitations, which cover everything from standard injury lawsuits to libel and false imprisonment.
South Carolina Property and Real Estate Law Articles
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