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Does a Home Seller Have to Disclose Repaired Defects?

Hank Miller Team

Georgia is a buyer beware state, so does a seller have to disclose repaired defects? Home sellers in Georgia must disclose known latent or hidden defects, things that might not be discovered during a reasonable inspection of the home. Real estate agents have certain obligations as well.

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

Raleigh Realty

It's important to note that real estate contracts and laws change depending on what state you are in. We help folks looking to buy or sell homes in the Raleigh area and many of our articles are geared towards helping keep people informed so that you can have a successful real estate transaction.

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Crunching Numbers: Using an Investment Property Closing Costs Calculator

Listing Spark

But they leave off a significant cost that incurred at the very end of offloading the property: seller closing costs. However, seller closing costs are too big—and too complex—to leave as an afterthought. Why Calculate Seller Closing Costs For Every Property Investment? Surveys This is a relatively low-cost line item.

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When Selling a Home, the Neighbors Matter

Zillow

Few sellers consider their neighbor's home when preparing to sell their own. Problems regarding fence repair, retaining walls or easements can often bring a neighbor into your home sale process. Check out our Home Sellers Guide for tips and resources. Related : 8 Essential Tips for First-Time Home Sellers. Why would they?

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11 Land Buying Tips: How to Buy Land

Raleigh Realty

And if you are buying with cash, you'll want proof of income to show the seller's agent. Finding the Right Piece of Land A real estate agent can be an excellent resource for where to look, and if you find the right one they'll both help you throughout the process and protect your interests.

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9 Things to Know BEFORE Your Home Appraisal

Raleigh Realty

The seller accepts your offer and you are officially under contract and the home will be marked contingent. Home appraisals are also ideal for buyers because it determines if the seller is asking for more money on a home than the home is worth. Your mortgage lender informs you of the next step in the process: the home appraisal.

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