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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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In California, sellers are required to provide buyers with a natural hazard disclosure report. This will tell you if the home is in an earthquake zone, fire hazard zone, high wind zone, flood zone, and so on. After you buy, you’ll also have to keep the Bureau in the loop about updates to your loan, like refinancing.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in California?

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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. Others, such as origination fees and interest, are directly related to obtaining a mortgage. We’re seeing more rate buydowns from sellers.

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

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Mortgage statement (payoff amount). Mortgage statement (payoff amount). If you’re selling your home before you pay off your current mortgage in full , contact your lender or servicer and request a statement showing your payoff amount. Original sale contract. Homeowners insurance records. Homeowners association (HOA) documents.

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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. Be aware of minimum property standards for certain loans.

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What You Need to Know About Selling Your House in California

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Mortgage loan payoff. The closing costs for a median price home in California ( $839,460 ) — when a typical mortgage payoff is involved — may be more than 50% of the home’s sale price, or more than $400,000. Closing Disclosure if the buyer purchases the home with a mortgage. Final loan terms. Example Cost.