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

HomeLight

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)

HomeLight

The median price of a California home hit $777,500 in November 2022 , which is a 3% decrease from the previous month, a sign that higher interest rates are slowing the real estate market in California. Moreover, homes are sitting on the market for longer and inventory is increasing. 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. Like residents, the real estate market is resilient. Disclosure do’s and don’ts. By Matt Alderton. Defiant, even.

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

HomeLight

The outdoorsy among us also love Palm Springs for its abundance of hiking trails, golf courses, racquet clubs, and natural high-desert beauty. The outdoorsy among us also love Palm Springs for its abundance of hiking trails, golf courses, racquet clubs, and natural high-desert beauty. Fortunately, we did the legwork for you.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in California?

HomeLight

Your California dream home has just come on the market, and you’re eager to make an offer. But even though the monthly mortgage payments fit into your budget, you’re concerned about coming up with enough cash for a myriad of closing costs in addition to the down payment. Find a Buyer's Agent What are closing costs?

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

HomeLight

Comparative market analysis. Proposed marketing plan. Mandatory disclosures. Read on to learn more about the main documents* you’ll need for an airtight, legally sound home closing, as well as the bonus resources you’ll get if you do decide to work with an agent after all. Original sale contract. Manuals and warranties.

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5 Potential Items For Disclosure in Real Estate

Realty Biz

In most states, providing a seller’s disclosure is commonplace when selling a home. Disclosure statements are required to ensure the buyer has a better understanding of what they are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on. We will examine five disclosures you might consider making to the potential buyer. Let's dive in.