An easement is a legal right that allows someone other than the property owner to use a specific portion of the property for a defined purpose.
Common examples include utility easements that let power companies access lines running through your land, or shared driveway easements that grant neighbors a right of passage. Easements are attached to the property title and transfer with ownership, so they affect every future buyer. In vacation home markets, easements for beach access, trails, or shared amenities are especially common and worth understanding before you buy.
GoForth, a luxury co-ownership company, conducts a thorough title search and legal review on every property before bringing it to market. Any existing easements are identified and disclosed to prospective owners upfront, so there are no surprises about who can access what. GoForth's legal team ensures that easements don't materially affect the enjoyment or value of the home before it enters the portfolio.