Real Estate Closing Costs – A Guide for Sellers & Buyers
Buying or selling a home for the first time can be full of surprises. That’s because it’s not as simple as finding the house you’d like to purchase, or as the seller, finding an interested buyer. One of the biggest surprises buyers and sellers face are closing costs. These are…
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Loss Mitigation: Foreclosure vs. Short Sale vs. Deed-In-Lieu
Mortgage companies are well aware of the unfortunate circumstances that could cause a borrower to fall behind on their monthly loan payments. As a foreclosure is a very costly process for the lender, and not to mention its negative financial impact on the borrower, this is where loss mitigation comes…
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Selling a House with Active Termites or Past Termite Damage
Disclaimer – The information on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and not to provide legal advice. If your home has termite damage, you could have a big problem on your hands. Not only is it challenging to sell a house with a termite problem, but it…
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Have Foundation Problems or Need Foundation Repair? Read This First.
Home foundation issues are scary for any homeowner as it can lead to major structural problems for your home. There are ways to repair the foundation without tearing it out and starting from scratch. However, it can be very costly. Therefore, the more you know about the different types of…
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What Has to Be Disclosed When Selling a House in Texas?
If you’re asking yourself this question, then chances are you know about something wrong with your home and are debating whether or not to mention it in your Seller’s Disclosure Statement. The short answer is this: you should always disclose any issues with your home that you know about when…
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Selling Your Home – Agent vs. House Buyer
You’ve likely seen billboards, signs, or other advertisements from house buying companies touting lines like “We Buy Houses for Cash.” What does a House Buyer do? A House Buyer is a common term used to describe a real estate investor. They’re also commonly referred to as Cash Buyers or Professional…
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