Contingencies, your safety net When you start negotiating a home purchase or sale, you should include standard contingencies, or conditions, in the purchase contract.
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How to profit from home appreciation There are many ways to save money, but taking advantage of a run-up in home prices isn’t usually on any financial planner’s list. However, appreciating property values can offer at least two ways to save money.
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A purchase contract primer It's important to ask questions when you're drafting the terms and conditions of your offer in the purchase contract, whether you do it yourself or with an agent or attorney.
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How can I reduce my closing costs?
Often it's easier for buyers to qualify for a mortgage than it is for them to scrape together enough cash for the down payment and closing costs.
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What if I get a bad inspection report? June and Fred Black were diligent about getting their home ready for sale. For example, they ordered a pre-sale termite inspection report.
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How dangerous is that mold? There has been a lot of coverage in the media recently on the subject of mold in buildings.
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