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How do I put a positive spin on disclosures?

How can I put a positive spin when disclosing issues with the home? For example, we've had water in the basement multiple times. We have done things to address the issue and we're pretty positive we've solved it. I don't want to scare off a buyer, but I know we need to honestly say what's happened in the home.

Asked by Tom | Barrington, IL | 03-13-2024 | 570 Views | Selling | Updated 2 years ago

What do I need to disclose when selling a home?

What do I need to disclose when selling a home? Is there a timeframe? If something happened 5 or 10 years ago, do I still need to disclose?

Asked by Cheryl | Dallas, TX | 03-13-2024 | 880 Views | Selling | Updated 2 years ago

Do i need a real estate agent to give my son my house?

Do I need a real estate agent or a lawyer to give my house as a gift to my 2 sons? or a lawyer? what paper work is needed?

Asked by Antonietta Torres | Henryville pa, FL | 03-13-2024 | 891 Views | Selling | Updated 2 years ago

Is it risky to buy a FSBO home with renter living in it?

Looking at a for sale by owner property but the owner's adult son is still living there. They say he will move out when we close but I'm afraid it might be risky since he isn't really a part of the sale. Any advice?

Asked by Miguel C | Kissimmee, FL | 03-08-2024 | 621 Views | Buying | Updated 2 years ago

How do I find homes that are in foreclosure?

How do I find homes that are in foreclosure? Is there a way to tell from the listing that the house is a foreclosed house?

Asked by Adian | Columbus, OH | 03-06-2024 | 1,084 Views | Buying | Updated 2 years ago

Are short-term rentals dead?

We've always wanted to buy a short-term rental home, but recently I've been seeing things like AirBnBust. Are short term rentals no longer profitable for new people entering the market?

Asked by Clayton | St John, IN | 03-06-2024 | 691 Views | Renting | Updated 2 years ago

Are listing photos included with the agents service?

Are listing photos included with the agent's service when we sell our home? Obviously someone has to pay for the photos. I'm just wondering if they're a separate line item that I pay for or if the agent pays for them.

Asked by Bethany | Austin, TX | 03-04-2024 | 1,407 Views | Selling | Updated 2 years ago

How does a quick sell operate when the house is in probate?

My sister and I obtained a right to deed the house was not in a will We don’t have an official will, to add. Although paperwork is in place . But as far as I know, we can legally sell the house now.

Asked by Nathan Doty | Moody, AL | 03-01-2024 | 714 Views | Selling | Updated 2 years ago

We have a 500k home and low mortgage Do we sell or rent?

We have a $500k home with a 2.75% mortgage. We don't like the neighborhood, though, and we want to move. Our family is growing and we prefer a family friendly area but it seems like a bad idea to sell when mortgage rates are so high. Should we try to rent?

Asked by Melanie | Irwin, PA | 02-29-2024 | 743 Views | Selling | Updated 2 years ago

Should I tell our insurance company about a reno?

Our basement was unfinished when we purchased our home. We've finished the basement. We used a contractor, but permits weren't required. Should we tell our home insurance company about the renovation? What are the benefits/downsides?

Asked by Brian | Forest Park, IL | 02-21-2024 | 1,115 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 2 years ago