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What Does As-Is Mean When House Hunting? And When Should Buyers Consider an As-Is Home?

HomeLight

The seller likely isn’t going to make any repairs or offer credits for any issues you find, so you need to be comfortable with the work involved in this particular home. Sometimes it’s just certain components, which will generally be flagged as the as-is part of the sale. Source: (Robin Jonathan Deutsch / Unsplash).

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Home, Sour Home: How Homebuyers Can Avoid a ‘Lemon’

HomeLight

But there are protections in place that are designed to prevent the sale of a “lemon” house equivalent. Seller disclosures. In many states, seller disclosure forms are required to complete a real estate transaction. Though note that the specific information sellers are required to disclose can vary by state.

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What Must Be Disclosed When Selling a House in Georgia?

HomeLight

If you need assistance navigating the legalities of what to include on the Georgia seller’s disclosure form, HomeLight always encourages you to reach out to your own advisor. If you’re about to sell or buy a house in Georgia, you may be wondering what sort of information the seller is required to disclose about the property.

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What Legal Documents Will You Need for Buying a House? Here’s Your List

HomeLight

Seller’s disclosure. Some states require sellers to fill out a seller disclosure statement documenting known repair needs or health and safety hazards in the home. In states where seller disclosures are not required, it’s a bit of a “buyer beware” situation. Source: (Gabriel Rosenblut / Unsplash).

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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. It seems like there’s just constant construction here because of disaster relief.”. Disclosure do’s and don’ts. By Matt Alderton. When you live in southeast Texas, it feels as if Mother Nature is your best friend.

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Ask Brian: Home Buyer Beware

Realty Biz

The sales listing had described the garage as converted into a one-bedroom, one-bath, with a large family room and private entry. Now, the new owner is suing the real estate agent and seller for fraud by questioning if the garage was legally converted into a living space because it is not up to code. Answer: Hello Sally.

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Is My House in a Flood Zone? Search FEMA Flood Map by Address and So Much More

Redfin

Considering all that’s happening with climate change and the potential risk it brings to homeowners, you may be wondering if your house is in a flood zone. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer , looking to sell a vacation home, or simply a homeowner looking for some answers, you have the right and responsibility to find out.