Analysis of Installment Land Contracts Executive Summary This briefing document provides a comprehensive analysis of installment land contracts, also known as contracts for deed, synthesizing their legal framework, historical context, modern application, and associated risks. An installment land contract is a form of seller financing for real property where the buyer takes immediate possession but […]

1.0 The End of an Era: Re-evaluating “Creative Financing” in a High-Stakes Environment For decades, “creative financing” strategies like the Contract for Deed and Lease Option were celebrated as flexible tools for real estate investors. They offered a streamlined path to closing deals and a simple remedy—forfeiture and eviction—in the event of default. However, the […]