Once a house is under contract, the buyer typically hires an inspector to check the property’s condition. In certain situations, however, the seller should be proactive and spring for a pre listing home inspection. When...
Once a house is under contract, the buyer typically hires an inspector to check the property’s condition. In certain situations, however, the seller should be proactive and spring for a pre listing home inspection. When...
If you buy property in the United States from a foreign owner, the Internal Revenue Service will likely require you to withhold sales proceeds to cover taxes the seller will owe under the Foreign Investment...
If you’ve rented a car, you’re no doubt familiar with the “loss damage waiver” car rental companies offer to relieve you of liability for damage to the vehicle in an accident. Rental truck companies also...
When you decide to sell your home with an agent, one of the most important decisions you will make together is the asking price. Set the price too high and your home could languish, causing...
While inspections are commonplace when buying a home, should you, as the seller, consider having your home “pre-inspected” before listing it? Here are the pros and cons. Knowledge is power. Having your home professionally inspected...
The tax advantages of buying and owning a home are well known, but what happens when you sell? Read on to learn about the tax benefit you may accrue when you sell your house. Rules...
Most home sellers can only dream of a bidding war on their houses. But in a brisk market, sellers with an attractive home in a great location can find themselves entertaining multiple offers. Is the...
When a home is listed for sale with a real estate company, the seller is ultimately agreeing to pay both the listing agent and the buyer’s agent and their respective companies. In some cases, the...
Downsizing is the byword in the soon-to-be-retired set, shedding the outsized house for smaller, more manageable living. But before you sell your house, develop a plan and answer these questions. Where do you want to...
If you’re in the market for a new home, should you buy a house before selling your current home? That’s a tough call. Here are some important considerations to help you come up with the...
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