Owner Issues
Here at AMI, we’ve seen it all. As cash house buyers, we know how many well-known and little-known issues can come up in a homeowner’s life. Working with homeowners to solve those issues has given us a depth of knowledge in both. In this category, you’ll find answers to common questions surrounding homeownership, as well as in-depth guides and Q&A articles addressing numerous issues homeowners can experience. Our goal is to educate homeowners and help them find the information and solutions they need.
What To Do After a House Fire
A house fire is a terrifying experience. From the safety concerns of family members to dealing with the damage and the emotional aftermath, a homeowner will have a lot to…
How to Stop Foreclosure at the Last Minute
Having to go through a foreclosure is an unfortunate situation for anyone to have to face. But life happens and a divorce, job loss, medical condition, or another circumstance can…
What You Need to Know About Galvanized Plumbing
If your house was built during or before the 1960s, or in the early 1970s, there is a good chance it has galvanized plumbing. While it was once the norm,…
What to Know about Popcorn Ceilings
If you own a house built several decades ago, you may have a popcorn ceiling in one or more rooms. Popcorn ceilings—a style known for their distinctive lumpy texture—were a…
What Is a Short Sale in Real Estate?
Unexpected life events, like changes in employment or divorce, can sometimes cause a homeowner to fall behind on their mortgage. If you’ve suddenly found yourself unable to keep up with…
Should I Rent or Sell My House?
When it comes time to move, some homeowners may wonder whether it’s better to sell their house or keep it and rent it out to earn passive income. This decision…
What is the Eviction Process in Texas After Foreclosure?
You are obligated to make your mortgage and property tax payments on time when you buy a home. However, financially devastating events due to divorce, the loss of a job,…
The Top 8 Reasons Homes Go into Foreclosure
Foreclosure is currently a threat to more American homeowners than it has been in the past. In October 2021 alone, there were 20,587 foreclosure filings nationwide — more than double…
What to Know About Homes with Roof Damage
It’s often difficult to know where to begin when dealing with roof damage. While you don’t want to leave the roof unattended for too long and risk the damage worsening,…
Can You Sell a Home with Mold Issues?
Getting ready to sell a home can be an overwhelming experience, and discovering a mold infestation in the house you’re looking to sell only adds to the stress. If you…
What You Need to Know About Mechanic’s Liens
Whether you are about to have construction work done on your property, have recently had renovations completed, or are looking to buy a new home, it is important to have…
What To Do if You’re Behind on Your Mortgage Payments
If you’re behind on the mortgage payments for your home, you’re not alone. According to the Consumer Protection Financial Bureau, the number of people behind on their mortgages by 90…
Have Lead Paint in Your House? Here’s What You Need to Know
Lead paint is a hidden danger that could be lingering in any home, especially older properties. Unfortunately, extended exposure to lead paint may cause brain damage and affect other vital…
Selling a House with a Reverse Mortgage
If you have an older family member who has recently passed, it is, no doubt, difficult emotionally. But on top of mourning, you may also have to handle and settle…
Selling a Parent’s Home to Pay for Their Long-Term Care
Checking a parent into a nursing home is an emotional experience. Making plans to sell their newly unoccupied home can make an already overwhelming time even more stressful. You and…