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Need a cheao hud home in Findlay Ohio w

1 or 2 bdrm

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Fast Sell - Frisco, TX

Hello,nI want to sell my home quickly. Should I go with a listing agent or an iBuyer?

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I am 69 years old, with a great credit score, should I refinance my home

I want a lower payment

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Is it worth paying a premium for a top-rated school district if I don't have children?

We are looking at homes in a competitive market where houses in the best school districts sell for significantly more than those just a few blocks away in a different zone. Since we don't plan on having kids, we are debating if the higher property taxes and purchase price are worth it for the potential resale value. We want to understand how much weight the school rating should carry in our decision-making process compared to other factors like lot size or modern upgrades.

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What are some strategies for negotiating when there are multiple offers on a house?

We are looking at a home in a very competitive market where most properties receive several bids within the first weekend. Our agent mentioned that we might need to do more than just offer a high price to stand out to the seller. We’re curious about what other terms or contingencies we could adjust to make our offer more attractive without taking on too much risk.

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How can I use the number of days a house has been on the market as leverage?

We found a house that we love, but it has been sitting on the market for over sixty days while most others in the neighborhood sell in two weeks. We suspect the seller might be more willing to negotiate on price or terms because of the long wait. What is the best way to approach an offer that is below the asking price without offending the seller or losing the opportunity?

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How can I negotiate repairs when a buyer asks for a large credit following the home inspection?

Our house is under contract, but the buyer's inspection report came back with a long list of minor issues and a couple of larger concerns regarding the older HVAC system. They are asking for a significant credit at closing or for us to hire licensed contractors to fix every item before the move-in date. We want to keep the deal moving forward without overspending on repairs that might not be strictly necessary for the sale.

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Can I get home owners insurance if the home is a family owned house but I live in the home

I live in the home but the home is in my deceased grandmother’s name is there any way I can get home owners insurance

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Trying to sell the house that me and her own

How do I sell a property that I own but she won't make an agreement to buy me out plus I have a no contact order on me from her because of me selling the house

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Trying to avoid capital gains taxes

My son has lived in a house that is in my name for over 10 years. I live in another residence. Both properties are in my name. My son is wanting to sell the property he lives in he has been paying the mortgage. I am able to sell it and buy the new house with all the money I get from the sale. Is there a way to avoid all the capital gain taxes

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