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Natural Hazard Disclosure Report (NHD): Disclosing Disaster Risk When You Sell a House

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If you need assistance completing California’s Natural Hazard Disclosure (NHD) Statement and Disclosure Report, HomeLight encourages you to reach out to a professional advisor. Find an Agent Skilled at Handling Natural Hazard Reports HomeLight can connect you with a top-performing, trusted agent in your California market.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in California (2023 Updates)

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With such impressive sales figures, some sellers may be curious about how to sell a house by owner in California — a decision that could help them save on agent commissions. Often, the decision to go for sale by owner (or, “FSBO”) is motivated by a desire to save on agent commissions. Average time on market: 24 days (November 2022).

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Disastrous Disclosures

The Residential Specialist

Agents need to know and plan for what’s required of them with regard to natural disaster disclosures. When you live in southeast Texas, it feels as if Mother Nature is your best friend. Disclosure do’s and don’ts. By Matt Alderton. Like residents, the real estate market is resilient. Defiant, even.

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Flood Plains, High Winds, and Leased Land: Your Guide to Buying a House in Palm Springs

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The outdoorsy among us also love Palm Springs for its abundance of hiking trails, golf courses, racquet clubs, and natural high-desert beauty. We talked to Dan Hamilton , a top real estate agent with 20 years experience, to get the lowdown on buying your ideal home in sunny Palm Springs. Fortunately, we did the legwork for you.

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7 Key Things About Seller Disclosures Every Homebuyer Should Know

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This is the exact type of unfair scenario that seller disclosures are supposed to protect you from as a homebuyer. Generally, seller disclosures provide the buyer with information on any known material defects with the property that could impact its value or inhabitability. Full disclosure. Disclosure-disclaimer.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in California?

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A Top California Agent Can Reduce Your Costs Partner with a top California buyer’s agent who can help you navigate your homebuying journey and reduce the final amount you’ll pay at closing. We analyze over 27 million transactions and thousands of reviews to determine which agent is best for you based on your needs.

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The Key Paperwork You Need to Sell a House, With or Without a Realtor

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Without further ado, we’ve done the research to round up the key documents needed to sell a house and run them by two top real estate agents and a real estate attorney who’ve seen these forms countless times. Original sale contract. Settlement statement. Affidavit of Title. 1099-S tax form. Please note! Original Sales Contract.