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 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 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 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…
Ways to Lower Your Monthly Mortgage Payment
For many Americans, their mortgage payment is their most significant expense each month. Often, people buy a home, and never think to negotiate the cost of their mortgage payments again….
How to Sell a Hoarder House
Shortly after AMI was formed, we experienced our first, real Hoarder House in the flesh. The owner was incredibly nice and had realized things had gotten out of control. However,…
Foreclosure & Government Guaranteed Loans – What You Need to Know
For those who have difficulty obtaining a traditional mortgage, there are various options available to help secure a loan. Generally, these options help those who are unable to make a…
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