But after Mr. Phillips took on the starring role in ''La Bamba,'' the new film biography of Valens, the Valenzuela family paid him the highest compliment of all. ''They all called me Ritchie,'' said Mr. Phillips. ''Ritchie's brother Mario hasn't called me Lou yet.'' Similar Outlooks.
The best structure depends on who you are. From a buyer's perspective, the trust deed is preferable, as he gets ownership of the property. It also helps to insulate him from the seller. On the other hand, a land contract gives the seller more control since she retains ownership of the deed.
The Basics of Land Contracts. Learn about this alternative to traditional mortgage financing to buy or sell your house. A land contract is a written legal contract, or agreement, used to purchase real estate, such as vacant land, a house, an apartment building, a commercial building, or other real property.