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A homebuyer’s personal story from the post-Sitzer, post-settlement world

Housing Wire

In writing both offers, Angela and I made sure to fully disclose how I was expecting her to get paid , as well as all of my requests, including a home inspection contingency clause. I grew up in an 1850s farmhouse and was not going to skip an inspection or an appraisal contingency.

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Real estate newsletters: The ultimate playbook (+ 49 topic ideas & subject lines)

Housing Wire

Evergreen topics might include: how to prepare to list your house, everything your client needs to know about VA loans; or which home improvements yield the best financial return in a home sale. How about that pest control service you used for your clients termite inspection? Is a new restaurant coming to town?

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The New Home Buyers’ Home Insurance Checklist

Lamacchia Realty

THE NEW HOME BUYERS’ HOME INSURANCE CHECKLIST Buying your first home can be both an exciting and a daunting experience. As with most big purchases, choosing to work with an insurance company can protect you from financial hardship, but how do you choose the right coverage? What is Homeowners Insurance?

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Roofing Inspection Checklist to Get Ahead of Problems

Will Springer Realtor

A roof inspection is one of those preventive maintenance jobs that are easy to overlook. You can do a thorough inspection from the ground using a pair of binoculars. You can use a handyperson for minor fixes and possibly shave costs, but they should be bonded, have proof of liability and have workers’ compensation insurance.

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Costly Home Renovation Mistakes to Avoid

Empire Appraisal Group

Before you start your next project, consider these tips to help you avoid costly home renovation mistakes. Not reviewing homeowners’ insurance coverage It’s important to determine how much homeowners insurance you need for your unique circumstance. If it does, you could require a permit or inspection before getting started.

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How to Check for Flood Risk During Home Buying

Will Springer Realtor

Unexpected flooding caused major problems for Mabél Guzmán, a real estate broker in Chicago: “I moved into a townhouse that was not even near a flood zone and didn’t require flood insurance,” she says. “I Property owners outside of high-risk flood areas file more than 20% of all claims with the National Flood Insurance Program.

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Preparing a Home to Safely Age in Place

Will Springer Realtor

Taking action today can help many stay in their homes for longer. I am generally a proponent of the home inspection when buyers consider purchasing a new property. Learning as much as possible about the “bones” of the home can go a long way to addressing whether the place is a good fit.