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Pre-Appraisal Checklist for Homeowners

D Fritz Appraisals

The benchmark for your home’s worth, an appraisal is a legal document that determines the fair market value of a property. Home inspection reports (current and previous). If you’re unsure about the difference between each, we have a helpful blog post on home inspections vs. home appraisals.

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Home Seller Closing Costs in Texas

Listing Spark

Aside from the fees charged by the title company which may not be specifically outlined in the contract, there are fees in the TREC 1-4 residential contract and related addenda that clearly states who pays different fees. Survey Deletion Endorsement : This is section 6A(8)(i or ii) of the contract. Homeowner Association Fees.

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7 Questions You Should Be Asking When Buying A House

Raleigh Realty

Once you have found your perfect real estate agent, then comes signing an agency contract This is a necessary step to take so that you can ensure your agent is dedicated to you and will do everything in their power to find your perfect home. Inspection - Why do we conduct a home inspection once you have made an offer on a home?

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Say What? Home-Buying Lingo You Should Know

Zillow

American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) : A not-for-profit professional association that sets and promotes standards for property inspections and provides educational opportunities to its members. Fees may include the appraisal, the home inspection, a title search, a pest inspection and more.

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What’s Included in Closing Costs?

PennyMac

From taxes, to inspection fees, to mortgage fees, you’ll need to make sure each party is paid to fully purchase your home. This fee will cover the attorney preparing and reviewing agreements and contracts. The agency will use the data from the inspection to plan for flooding emergencies. Lead-Based Paint Inspection.