Statute of Frauds: Federal law requiring real estate contracts to be in writing to be legally enforceable
Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Federal legislation requiring developers to provide detailed information about their land development projects to potential buyers
Truth in Lending Act: Federal law requiring lenders to provide standardized disclosures about loan terms and costs when financing is involved in the land purchase
Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act: Federal law governing real estate settlement processes and requiring specific disclosures related to settlement services
Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in real estate transactions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability
State Property Laws: State-specific legislation governing property rights, transfers, and obligations within the particular state's jurisdiction
State Real Estate Transfer Laws: State-specific requirements for transferring real property, including deed requirements and transfer taxes
State Recording Statutes: Laws governing how and when property documents must be recorded in the public record system
State Disclosure Requirements: State-mandated disclosures about property condition, hazards, and other material facts that must be provided to buyers
State Environmental Regulations: State-specific environmental protection requirements affecting land use and transfer
Local Zoning Ordinances: Municipal regulations governing land use, building requirements, and development restrictions
Local Building Codes: Municipal requirements for construction standards and building safety
Local Transfer Tax Requirements: Municipal taxes and fees associated with real estate transfers
Common Law Principles: Legal principles developed through court decisions regarding contract formation and property rights
Title Requirements: Legal requirements for establishing clear title and ownership rights to the property
Survey Requirements: Legal and practical requirements for property surveys and boundary determinations
HOA Regulations: Rules and restrictions imposed by Homeowners' Associations, if applicable to the property
Historic Preservation Requirements: Special regulations applying to properties with historical significance or located in historic districts
Water Rights: Legal rights and restrictions regarding water usage and access, particularly significant in western states
