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5 Potential Items For Disclosure in Real Estate

Realty Biz

But what do you need to disclose to the buyer? Some of these items are not required to be disclosed in many states. Sexual Offenders in the Neighborhood. If there are sex offenders or predators in the neighborhood, a potential buyer will understandably want to know about it. Let's dive in.

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Things Buyers and Sellers Should Know About Stigmatized Properties

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But what are stigmatized properties, and what do you need to know about them? Some things you may assume need to be disclosed are not. Here are three examples of what home sellers are likely not required to disclose. This type of stigma, however, isn't considered a material fact and doesn't need to be disclosed by the seller.

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3 Things Home Sellers Likely Don’t Have To Disclose

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When buying a home it is essential to do a proper amount of due diligence. Unfortunately, there are things about a property that not every seller is required to disclose. In most states these three things are unlikely necessary to disclose: Death in a property A sex offender nearby Haunted or paranormal activity.

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

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A cliffside Spanish villa with spectacular views of vineyard-dotted valleys, a historic Greek Revival mansion built on the banks of a picturesque river, a retro Art Deco beach bungalow overlooking the ocean: What do all three of these dream homes have in common? Why do I need an NHD report? They’re all in natural hazard zones.

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Ask Brian: What if I Never Saw the Body in a Pool of Blood?

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If you have questions on real estate investing, DIY, home buying/selling, or other housing inquiries please email your questions to askbrian@realtybiznews.com. Question from Alice in MD: Hello Brian, I don’t want to disclose exactly where I live but it is among a row of Victorian houses. The killer or killers have not been caught.

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New Research Finds Nearly Half of Americans Claim to Have Lived in a Haunted House

Realty Biz

During the pandemic, awareness of paranormal activity may have increased as people spent more time in their homes. Could you live in a haunted house? A Majority of Americans Believe in the Supernatural. For many, their belief stems from spooky firsthand experiences in their homes. Fifteen percent said they’d actually prefer a haunted house.

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How Does a Buyer's Agent Get Compensated?

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Sometimes a buyer's agent will be doing last-minute negotiations if problems arise at the final walk-through before closing. When it comes to buying a home, enlisting the services of a buyer's agent can be immensely beneficial. However, many prospective homebuyers wonder how buyers' agent fees and compensation work.

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