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What Is a Land Contract In Ohio? Full Guide [2021 Update]

The Robert Weiler Company

Are you familiar with a land contract in Ohio, as well as the state-specific requirements? What is a land contract in Ohio, really? Essentially, a land contract is an alternative financing option if you’re investing in: Farmland or raw land. So, what is a land contract agreement, and how does it work? A home or condo.

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Asian real estate group, other advocates claim Florida law violates Fair Housing Act

Housing Wire

Alex Kelly, the Secretary of Commerce; Patricia Fitzgerald, the chair of the Florida Real Estate Commission; as well as several state attorneys. from purchasing or acquiring any interest in real property in the state.” from purchasing or acquiring any interest in real property in the state.”

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NAR board votes to leave dues unchanged in 2025

Housing Wire

In selling property they own, or in which they have any interest, Realtors shall reveal their ownership or interest in writing to the purchaser or the purchaser’s representative.” represent an entity in which the REALTOR(R) or member of their immediate family has a legal interest.” represent themselves 2. represent themselves 2.

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5 best Arizona real estate schools for 2024

Housing Wire

We’ve reviewed all the key information to determine the best Arizona real estate schools to help you get licensed quickly and efficiently with a state-approved, online program at an Arizona real estate school. Course includes contracts used in real estate transactions with samples and practical contract completion exercises.

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What’s in a Sales Contract? Insights from a Seasoned Appraiser

McKissock

Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? That’s the real reason why—because USPAP says so. When should we analyze the contract? Looking at the sales contract early on allows the appraiser to identify any “subject to” items or other conditions that could influence the value conclusion.

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Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 5 - Reselling It - Raw or Developed

Eppraisal

Owning raw land has real potential along with its share of pitfalls. Whether you decide to hold it and sell when real property values climb or -- alternatively -- develop the lot to convey at a higher price, you are subject to forces of market, timing and competition. A good lawyer will see them coming.

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The Difference Between Pricing a Property and Appraising It

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DEPRECIATION Appraisers will measure the amount that the improvements have depreciated when appraising most types of properties. HIGHEST AND BEST USE Appraisers also must determine the Highest and Best Use of a property. We must determine if the current use is legally permissible. Have a great weekend!

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