PLAW-204: Real Estate Law

This online paralegal course in real estate law covers property ownership, land use, contracts, deeds, mortgages, leases, and closings. Students will build practical skills to review and prepare real estate documents, conduct title examinations, and support attorneys in property transactions.

Course Description

PLAW-204: Real Estate Law is an online paralegal course designed to give students a comprehensive foundation in property law and real estate transactions. Using Practical Real Estate Law by Daniel F. Hinkel, this course examines property ownership, concurrent ownership, surveys, land descriptions, and the restrictions that impact land use. Students will also explore easements, encumbrances, and licensing issues that shape real estate rights.

Emphasis is placed on the preparation and review of legal documents commonly used in real estate practice, including contracts, deeds, mortgages, financing documents, leases, and closing forms. The course further addresses title examinations, title insurance, condominiums, and cooperatives, helping students understand both the theoretical and practical sides of real estate law.

By combining legal principles with applied skills, students will gain the ability to analyze property law issues, support closings, and manage documentation for real estate transactions. This paralegal course prepares learners for careers in law firms, title companies, real estate agencies, or property management, where knowledge of real estate law and strong document review skills are essential.

Textbook: Practical Real Estate Law by Daniel F. Hinkel | 8th Edition | Copyright 2021

Course Objectives

Explain the legal principles governing ownership, use, and transfer of real property.

Analyze real estate contracts, deeds, and lease agreements for compliance and accuracy.

Identify public and private restrictions, easements, and encumbrances affecting property rights.

Describe the legal processes related to real estate finance, mortgages, and title issues.

Apply legal procedures to conduct title examinations and prepare for closings.

Demonstrate practical skills in reviewing and drafting real estate documents.

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Course Contents

Introduction to the Law of Real Property

Concurrent Ownership

Surveys and Land Descriptions

Public Regulation and Private Encumbrances

Easements and Licenses

Contracts

Preparation and Review of a Real Estate Contract

Deeds

Financing Sources in Real Estate Transactions

Legal Aspects of Real Estate Finance

Mortgage Forms and Provisions

Title Examinations

Title Insurance

Real Estate Closings

Real Estate Closing Forms and Examples

Condominiums and Cooperatives

Leases

Single Course or Program Option

This course may be purchased individually or as part of the certificate programs listed below.

Master Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
National Paralegal
Paralegal Concentration

Recommended Prerequisites

Accreditation You Can Trust

Washington Technical Institute is fully accredited by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)—a regional accrediting agency recognized for setting high standards in education. This accreditation affirms that our programs, operations, and outcomes meet rigorous academic and institutional benchmarks. MSA-CESS accreditation is a mark of quality that ensures our students receive an education that is both credible and respected. It also means WTI is committed to continuous improvement, student success, and accountability at every level.