In a time of great uncertainty, it is a relief to be sure about one thing: the meaning of “real” — at least as it applies to commercial real estate transactions. What qualifies as real property, ...

Real property includes land and attachments, offering rights like ownership and use. Ownership of real property involves tax liabilities and adherence to local laws. Real property rights enable ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marie Sapirie writes about federal tax issues and litigation. The long-absent definition of real property for like-kind exchanges ...