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Pending legislation would end home inspection waivers in Massachusetts

Housing Wire

A housing market marked by relatively high interest rates and tight inventory — and punctuated by the practice of home inspection waivers to sweeten offers — are taking a bite out of business for home inspectors, who play a key role in the sales process by ensuring that buyers are not being sold a lemon of a house. and Canada.

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Contract Data Is Pending Data Is Lagging Data

Miller Samuel

Throughout my career, I have seen brokerage firms publish pending/contract reports, touting pending trends as more reliable than reports based on closings. The simplistic, uninformed argument for pending sales is that contract dates occur before closing dates, so they are more current. I plan to develop one someday.

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

The Robert Weiler Company

In real estate, buyers and sellers must be knowledgeable to make informed decisions. 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.

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Why Sellers Shouldn't Ask to See Inspection Reports

Eppraisal

They also help protect the sellers from any future liability. Seller's Residential Disclosures The seller's residential disclosures that you'll most likely be filling out and signing are: a state residential real property disclosure report, a disclosure of information on radon hazards, a mold disclosure and a lead-based paint disclosure.

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Options for Buyers Wishing to Inspect a Seller’s Home

Will Springer Realtor

A home inspection is almost always the best route to take before purchasing a property. In a competitive market, however, buyers recognize that submitting an offer with a request to conduct a traditional inspection can hurt their chances of winning a bidding war. This is the best option when a traditional inspection is not viable.

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7 Takeaways: Due Diligence Fee and Earnest Money in Real Estate

Raleigh Realty

Understanding Due Diligence and Earnest Money in North Carolina Real Estate When you go under contract on a home in North Carolina you are going to encounter terms like Due Diligence and Earnest Money. It's important to note that real estate contracts and laws change depending on what state you are in. Due Diligence: What Is it?

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7 Takeaways: What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate? (Video)

Raleigh Realty

Different states have different laws as it surrounds contingencies so you'll want to speak with your Realtor about the current local rules for contingent homes. Contingencies are conditions that either the buyer or seller (or both) must meet for the sale to go through. The seller does not have the ability to accept another offer.