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

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California has the Transfer Disclosure Statement and Seller Property Questionnaire , Natural hazard disclosure (NHD) expert’s report and accompanying NHD Statement , and several other disclosure forms that may be applicable to your specific property and sale. Natural Hazard Disclosure Statement.

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

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If you’re paying cash, then you can skip the appraisal. Talk to your agent about whether they think the sales price is fair; an appraisal can protect you from overpaying for a house.). In California, sellers are required to provide buyers with a natural hazard disclosure report. Source: (Bob Osias / Unsplash).

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

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Mandatory disclosures. Home appraisal report. The Natural Hazard Disclosure Report discloses which (if any) hazards your home has, such as being directly on a fault line, in a special flood hazard area, wildland fire risk, or being in an airport influence area. Home appraisal report.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in California?

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The major portion of closing costs for buyers are associated with a mortgage , such as the lender’s charges for processing and underwriting the loan, survey, and appraisal fees, and points to lower the interest rate. We’ll break down these items in more detail in the next section. 2,942-$5,884 (20% down payment) 0.5%-1% 602 (1,500 sq.

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What You Need to Know About Selling Your House in California

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Selling a home in California also requires these additional disclosure forms including: Natural Hazard Disclosure Report/Statement which shows whether the home is in zones predisposed to earthquakes, flooding, fire, or wildland risks. To prepare for the home appraisal. Make everything accessible for the appraiser.

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Selling a House ‘As Is’ in California

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California law requires sellers to disclose material facts about the property through the California Association of Realtors Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement and natural hazards in the Natural Hazard Disclosure Report/Statement. MLS has field to mark a listing “as is”?

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