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Can I get any recourse after my own inspector missed everything?

We accepted an offer on our house and thought wed be fine since our inspection didnt flag anything major going in. Turns out the buyers inspector found stuff ours completely missed, like the drain tile that mitigated an old water issue years ago, and now theyre flagging random copper pipes as leaking when a plumber already fixed that a while back. It all got dumped into our disclosures and now Im worried it makes us look like we were hiding something when we genuinely just had a bad inspector the first time around. Is there anything I can do about the inspector who missed all this, or am I just stuck dealing with the fallout on the sale?

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What happens if my brother and I can't agree on selling our inherited house?

me and my brother inherited our parents house like 4 months ago and its just sitting there. we're splitting the taxes and upkeep for now but its getting expensive. he wants to keep it and rent it out, i just want to sell and split the cash. is there a legal way to force a sale if we cant agree?

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I signed a listing agreement, but property was never listed on any MLS

I signed a listing agreement then had some health issues virtually the same day and the property-through mutual agreement, was never listed on any MLS. That seems like an important point-that is was never listed. The listing agreement says the property must be listed within 5 days of 'effective date' and no later than 90 days.. After 100 days have passed is the agreement still valid? Seems like the agreement was never 'consummated' so to speak and after some period would be null and void and need to be renegotiated. Please advise.

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Why do two agents I'm interviewing disagree about listing before or after Labor Day?

Ok so we're interviewing agents to list and one says wait until after Labor Day or we'll lose buyer traffic over the holiday weekend. The other says it doesn't matter and people still look at houses. Which is it?? I dont want to sit on this another week for no reason if it doesnt actually matter.

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How does home insurance work while a house sits vacant during a sale and renovation?

I am building on a lot I already own, and once the certificate of occupancy is issued, I plan to move out of my current house, renovate it with a contractor, and then list it for sale with an agent. I am trying to understand who typically carries the insurance during each stage: while it sits vacant before renovation, during the renovation itself, and once it is listed. Is a standard homeowner's policy sufficient, or is a vacant home policy required?

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Do I have to tell my lender I lost my job after being approved for my mortgage?

so i got approved for a mortgage and signed all the paperwork and then lost my job the very next day and closing is only three weeks away and i keep reading they do a final employment check before funding and i dont know if i have to say something now or just wait and see what happens during that verification

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i owe more on my house than its worth and i still gotta move for a new job. can i even sell it like that or am i just st

i owe more on my house than its worth and i still gotta move for a new job. can i even sell it like that or am i just stuck

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What are the most important interior layout features to look for when touring a potential home?

We've visited several open houses recently, and while the finishes look great, we're worried about missing functional issues. For example, some homes have the laundry room on the second floor while others have it in the basement, and some have very open floor plans while others are more traditional. What should we be testing or looking for during a 20-minute walkthrough to ensure the house actually works?

Asked by Christine | 08-25-2026 | 36 Views | Buying | Updated 2 months ago

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How does my agent handle situations where a prospective buyer doesn't have their own representation?

A neighbor mentioned they might be interested in buying my house directly, but they aren't working with a realtor of their own. I'm currently under contract with a listing agent and want to understand how they manage these types of inquiries while still prioritizing my interests as the seller. It's important for me to know how the workflow changes if the buyer is unrepresented or if my agent ends up facilitating both sides of the transaction.

Asked by Thomas | 08-25-2026 | 45 Views | Selling | Updated 2 months ago

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What resale value premium can I expect from installing rooftop solar?

I am considering a rooftop solar installation, roughly $32,000 to $35,000 upfront, on my home in an upscale suburb where comparable properties trade in the $600,000 range. I have seen estimates suggesting a 4 to 6 percent resale premium, though I remain skeptical of how reliably that figure translates across markets. Could someone with direct experience clarify how appraisers and buyers in similarly priced neighborhoods actually value an owned, unleased solar system at resale?

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