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Real Estate Fixtures and Sellers Disclosures in Georgia

Hank Miller Team

However, some sellers have a deeper attachment to certain items, going as far as removing them prior to closing. Talk to agents and stories will flow; the seller who was determined to take his outdoor plants after selling. The seller that removed the rain shower heads from all of the bathrooms in the home.

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7 Key Things About Seller Disclosures Every Homebuyer Should Know

HomeLight

You go to investigate the root cause of the water intrusion and discover something worse than wet carpet: evidence that the seller likely knew about the issue and told you nothing (nada! This is the exact type of unfair scenario that seller disclosures are supposed to protect you from as a homebuyer. Full disclosure.

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How can the mortgage industry be more prepared for the next natural disaster?

Housing Wire

We have lenders coming to us asking about the potential impact of a mortgage loan closing should the NFIP lapse. Many states do have sellers disclosure laws. Beyond that, there are more questions than answers regarding the future of the program. People are looking for answers,” Gibson said. “We

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Selling a House ‘As Is’ in Michigan

HomeLight

Fast facts about selling a house ‘as is’ in Michigan Median sales price in Michigan $291,186 Average days on market (DOM) for Michigan 42 Days Disclosures Michigan law requires sellers to disclose material facts about the property through the Seller Disclosure Act (Act 92 of 1993). yes, according to Jeff Todd. he adds.

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6 Tips for Taking the Flood Insurance Risk Out of Home Closings

RIS Media

Flood risk is both a hidden peril and a great opportunity for the real estate industry to better protect their customers and communities as it can hinder real estate transactions and closings in many ways, such as: – Surprise coverage requirements can delay closings. They are available in all 50 states and D.C.

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6 Tips for Taking the Flood Insurance Risk Out of Home Closings

RIS Media

Flood risk is both a hidden peril and a great opportunity for the real estate industry to better protect their customers and communities as it can hinder real estate transactions and closings in many ways, such as: – Surprise coverage requirements can delay closings. They are available in all 50 states and D.C.

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Should I Tell Buyers My House is Haunted?

Windemere Selling

Though this case had a ripple effect in the housing industry, you should still check with your agent regarding the seller disclosure laws in your local market. Although the laws around haunted disclosures are a bit murky, if a buyer asks about the history of the home, you as the seller have a duty to be honest.