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Biden tax credit to rehab homes is finally unveiled

Housing Wire

HUD has also taken steps to craft a rule on the legal duty to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing. Investors who acquire and renovate older homes could claim the credit on their federal tax returns, as long as the home is sold to and occupied by an eligible buyer. The renovations would be on a budget, however.

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Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home As-Is

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

For some homeowners, extensive renovations can present a challenge in terms of time and finances, particularly if you plan to move out of your home soon. In that case, potential buyers will lay down an ‘as-is’ offer, which means they will acquire the home in its current condition. Buyers may walk away from the purchase.

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7 Tips: Negotiating Repairs After a Home Inspection

Raleigh Realty

Here are strategies to help with your requests for negotiating repairs after a home inspection Negotiating repairs after a home inspection doesn't have to be difficult, especially when you follow these 7 tips When an offer is accepted on a home, it can be easy for both buyers and sellers to feel that they’re at the end of the finish line.

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What to Do if You’re Selling a Home with Foundation Issues

Lamacchia Realty

If you believe your home has foundation damage and you’re looking to sell, there are a few steps you need to take to cover yourself legally and get the most money possible for your home. Get the quote in writing and hold onto it for future buyers. Disclose the damage found by the contractor in writing to any potential buyers.

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Red Flags to Consider When Viewing Homes

Eppraisal

Sellers must understand foundation issues can lower their home value, while buyers could pay between $2,161 and $7,780 for costly repairs, depending on the fix.    Unpermitted Work Certain renovation projects can significantly increase home values. However, buyers viewing homes should be wary of inconsistent paint jobs.

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Is Your “Crazy” Neighbor Lowering Your Home’s Value?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Often personal ideas of value are different than market value because the value is in the eyes of the beholder, which does not account for the entire market of potential buyers. Market value, therefore, considers the entire pool of potential buyers of homes that are similar to, and that compete with the property being appraised.

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Pros and Cons to Selling a House As Is

PennyMac

This is especially true if home sellers are trying to move quickly or are hoping to avoid costly renovations. Selling a House As Is Selling a house as-is means the homeowner will not make repairs or renovations before selling it to a buyer, even if the home has structural concerns or is in poor condition.