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Is a 2-1 Rate Buydown actually a good deal or a gimmick?
My lender suggested a 2-1 buydown where the seller pays to lower my rate for the first two years. Is this better than just asking for a price reduction? What happens in year 3 if rates haven't dropped?
Buyer's Contract?
If you sign a buyer's contract less then a month ago saw 3 houses bid on one. Out of the blue a good friend call and his parents need to move and are offering a great deal. Are we still tied to the contract? Is it negotiable?
Asked by Blair | Shelton, CT | 01-12-2026 | 157 Views | Working With an Agent | Updated 2 months ago
Renting back sold house, who pays maintenance?
I sold my house and I'm renting it back for 4 months. It worked best for both the buyer and myself to have this agreement. Since I'm renting, who is responsible for paying for the maintenance of the house? The dishwasher recently stopped working correctly. I'd like to call a professional to fix it. I think it's the responsibility of the new buyer to pay for the fix, but the buyer is refusing and says it's on me.
Can buyer/seller real estate agent collude?
Hi. Wondering if the buyer real estate agent and seller real estate agent can collude to get a higher price for a home. We're looking to buy a place, and our agent is friends with the seller's agent. Sometimes it feels like our agent is collaborating with the seller's agent to get the place sold at a higher price rather than working in our best interest. We're first time buyers and the agents are similar ages to us. I hope that our agent is advocating for us, but sometimes I wonder.
What are the 3 most important things when buying a home?
I know every person is different, but if you could narrow down on top 3 most important things when buying a home what would they be?
Are home improvements tax deductible when selling a home?
Just wondering if I should do some home improvements before I sell. Would they be tax deductible or is there any kind of tax benefit?
Asked by Will | Waterbury, CT | 02-08-2023 | 1,259 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 3 years ago
What is the purpose of an escrow?
I don't own a home but hope to this spring. I've heard people talk about escrow, but I have no idea what it is or why I need it. Can you help me?
Asked by Meredith K | Greenwich, CT | 01-20-2023 | 1,840 Views | Terms & Definitions | Updated 3 years ago
how much do you lose selling a house as is?
I have been renting my house in PA for the last 3 years and am ready to sell. I know it is in rough shape but I'm not sure how much money to put into it before listing. It could use new carpet and paint, there is also some wood rot on the three-seasons room. Will I make more if I fix everything first?
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