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Opinion: Stranger than fiction: Eminent domain displacement

Housing Wire

Still, they seem particularly egregious when there is a low (or no) monetary offer because “just compensation” historically does not have to reflect the “fair market value.” Right to be heard : Individuals affected by decisions should be able to present their views and evidence.

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How the title industry is addressing the negative effects of heirs’ property

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A home that is inherited from a family member without a will, also known as heirs’ property, can present serious challenges to families if new ownership has not been updated in land records. For heirs’ property holders, ALTA recommends several ways to establish legal property ownership after the fact.

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Restoration of historic Frank Lloyd Wright home complicated by reverse mortgage

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is a designated Chicago landmark and is present in the U.S. That has complicated the issues around ownership of the home according to the child of those buyers, who said that interest accumulation on the loan has potentially outpaced its market value. National Register of Historic Places maintained by the National Parks Service.

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9 tips for homebuyers in non-disclosure states

Housing Wire

For many, buying a home is a complex process, and navigating the real estate market’s rules and regulations can be tricky, especially in states where property sale prices remain a secret. Without sales figures, it’s difficult to access comparable sales, and home buyers may find it challenging to gauge the fair market value of a property.

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Georgia looks to protect residents from title theft with new law

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Georgia House Bill 1292 was enacted to ensure that the persons presenting electronic documents for recording provide identifying information, according to the state Legislature. Title theft occurs when a criminal impersonates a property owner and sells or takes out a second mortgage on the owners property.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

A qualified appraiser will compare recent sales of similar local properties, market trends and conduct a visual inspection of the home’s interior and exterior to determine the property’s fair market value. Sponsored content presented by Citibank, N.A. NMLS #412915. Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender.

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John Davis files racketeering suit against Gary Keller

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and Business MAPS Management LLC as defendants, Davis alleges that the defendants inflated key profitability metrics including company sales and profits to convince individuals to purchase Keller Williams Regions and Market Centers. In the filings, which name Keller Williams , Keller, former KW president Josh Team, Business MAPS Ltd.

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