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Should I consider accepting contingent offers from buyers?

Should I consider accepting contingent offers from buyers? I'm not sure how this process works. What if a better offer comes in after I accepted an offer?
- Asked by Levi
- San Diego, CA
- 320 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
3 Answers
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
- 241 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
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
- 345 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
4 Answers
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
- 457 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
3 Answers
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
- 402 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
3 Answers
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
- 389 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
4 Answers
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
- 273 views
- Renting
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
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
- 576 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
7 Answers
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
- 316 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
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
- 287 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
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
- 460 views
- Tips & Advice
- 1 year ago
7 Answers
Do I need a home inspection for new construction?

I'm planning to purchase a new construction home. Do you recommend that I still get a home inspection even though it's a new home?
- Asked by Sonja
- Charlotte, NC
- 622 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
11 Answers
What constitutes a bedroom in Milwaukee WI?

I think the city has incorrectly listed my property as having 10 bedrooms. What is considered a bedroom? How do I prove otherwise?
- Asked by Della
- Milwaukee, FL
- 343 views
- Tips & Advice
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
What should I renovate?

What should I renovate before selling my home? I have about $10K to put towards it. The house is cared for, but really dated.
- Asked by Theo
- New Lenox, IL
- 352 views
- Remodeling
- 1 year ago
4 Answers
What credit score is needed to buy a house?

What credit score do I need to buy a house? I have decent credit, and I want to make sure I can get the loan I want.
- Asked by James
- Heath, OH
- 447 views
- Finance & Legal Info
- 1 year ago
5 Answers
Is a new construction house like new car depreciation?

Is a new construction house like new car depreciation? People say as soon as a new car is driven off the lot it depreciates. I'm wondering if a new construction house is the same. Do I pay a premium for the new and as soon as I live it is, does the value go down?
- Asked by Mary
- Lake Geneva, WI
- 498 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
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Real estate termination fee?

Should our real estate agent have informed us if we terminated the contract as sellers there was a clause that they would still receive 5% commission ? Our agent never told us if we terminated the contract we would owe him the 5% when we signed the listing agreement. We wanted to switch agents but we didn’t realize this was written in the contract.
- Asked by Julie Mcconnell
- Gaithersburg, MD
- 457 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
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Can I sell a just one building on my property?

Its an older farmhouse fully insulated 12' wide x 12' tall x 28' long, I am not sure where to even start, it was on my property when i bought it, I would like to move it off the property and maybe try and make some extra money as well.
- Asked by Randon L Bernards
- Crooks, FL
- 444 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Listing agent with repairs and remodeling services ?

Hi, I want to sell a house in Las Vegas (SFH, 4 BDR, pool). I'm looking for a listing agent who will manage repairs and remodeling before the house is listed. Has anyone a similar experience ?
- Asked by Chris Fletcher
- Las Vegas, NV
- 285 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
I need to get a fair market value on 3 properties?

I have 2 properties, the 1st property has the main house and land plus detached apt and the 3rd property is is 113 acres with old farmhouse that I need to get a fair market value on them effective june of 2023 for tax purposes, father in law passed away
- Asked by Lesia Crayton
- Winston Salem, FL
- 311 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
4 Answers
Is the closing cost different for townhouse vs house?

Is the closing cost different for townhouse vs house? Condo? How do I know what the closing cost will be?
- Asked by Harriet
- Baltimore, MD
- 377 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
What is the minimum down payment and closing cost?

What is the minimum down payment and closing cost? Will my real estate agent tell me how much money I need for the house?
- Asked by Brandon
- Beaver, UT
- 417 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
3 Answers
What do I need to buy land in California?

What do I need to buy land in California? How can I find land to buy in California and how do I figure out if it's buildable?
- Asked by Khai
- Hollister, CA
- 405 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
How do i find out how much my house can be sell?

How do i find out how much my house can be sell? How do i know that it is a good number for my house to sell?
- Asked by Charlie
- Huntington, WV
- 350 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Are the closing costs different in different states?

Are the closing costs different in different states? How can I figure out the closing costs? I'm moving to an area where I can live in either state and wondering how to figure out which is best.
- Asked by Ryan
- Sterling, VA
- 239 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Is the down payment different in different states?

Is the down payment different in different states? How do I know how much the down payment is for a house?
- Asked by Noah
- Hays, KS
- 399 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Minimum down payment for house first time buyer?

What is the minimum down payment for house first-time buyer? How do you decide how much to put down on a house?
- Asked by Miguel
- Taos, NM
- 371 views
- Finance & Legal Info
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Do you need 20 down to buy a house in California?

Do you need 20 down to buy a house in California? The money that I was saving isn't enough now that interest rates are high, so I'm wondering if I can put down less than 20 on a house.
- Asked by Claire
- Temecula, CA
- 291 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
How much money do you need to buy a house in California?

How much money do you need to buy a house in California? What is a typical income needed to buy a house in California?
- Asked by Charity
- Santa Rosa, CA
- 401 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
Has the property had any major repairs or renovations?

How can I tell if the property had any major repairs or renovations? Does the seller need to tell me about repairs or renovations?
- Asked by Josh
- Fort Worth, TX
- 258 views
- Remodeling
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Can you buy a house in California with low income?

Can you buy a house in California with low income? Every house I look at seems so expensive. I'm moving to California and don't know how I can afford a house.
- Asked by Scott
- Sacramento, CA
- 343 views
- Affordable Housing
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
How to buy a house in California with bad credit?

How to buy a house in California with bad credit? I'm trying to get better credit, but that will take a long time and I want to buy a house now.
- Asked by Sara
- Oakland, CA
- 455 views
- Finance & Legal Info
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Should I sell my current property before buying a new one?

Should I sell my current property before buying a new one? What's the best way of doing this and the best order for selling and buying?
- Asked by Steven
- Paris, TX
- 309 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
Can I sell my fathers property without registration?

Can I sell my father's property directly without our registration? A property has the registration name of my father.
- Asked by Taylor
- Tallahassee, FL
- 237 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Can I buy a house in America if I live in the UK?

Can I buy a house in America if I live in the UK? If so, what are some general steps that I need to take for the purchase?
- Asked by Hannah
- Boston, MA
- 316 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
Can a minor buy a house in California ?

How old do you need to be to buy a house in California? If a minor wants to buy a house does an adult need to be on the deed as well?
- Asked by Sabrina
- Los Angeles, CA
- 936 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
What Documents Do I Need To Buy A House In California?

What documents do I need to buy a house in California ? Are there any documents that can help me to get a home or show I'm a strong buyer?
- Asked by Kristin
- Sunnyvale, CA
- 558 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
how can a foreigner buy a house in usa?

how can a foreigner buy a house in usa? what are the requirements for a foreigner to buy a house in the usa?
- Asked by Chen
- New York, NY
- 330 views
- International Real Estate
- 1 year ago
3 Answers
What are the requirements to buy a house in California?

What are the requirements to buy a house in California? What do I need to prepare to buy a house in California?
- Asked by Jan
- South Sioux City, NE
- 529 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
How can I buy a new property using the property I currently ?

How can I buy a new property using the property I currently live in and own? I need the money from the sale of this property to buy the next one.
- Asked by Michael
- Charlotte, NC
- 337 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
3 Answers
What credit score is needed to buy a house in California?

What credit score is needed to buy a house in California? Does the credit score need to be higher than in other states?
- Asked by Juan
- Bakersfield, CA
- 438 views
- Finance & Legal Info
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
What is the minimum down payment for a house in California?

What is the minimum down payment for a house in California? Do I need to put more money down on a house in California compared to other states?
- Asked by Jason
- San Luis Obispo, CA
- 365 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
How long does it take to buy a house in California?

How long does it take to buy a house in California? What should I be prepared for when buying a house in California?
- Asked by Meagan
- Bentonville, AR
- 444 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Can a foreigner buy property in California?

Can a foreigner buy property in California? If so, what are the requirements for a foreigner to buy property in California?
- Asked by Ed
- San Francisco, CA
- 546 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Can I get residency in a state if I am renting?

Can I get residency in a state if I'm renting or do I need to own property? My utilities are included in my rent and I pay my landlord directly. I moved recently and would like to have my residency here if possible.
- Asked by Angelica
- Tampa, FL
- 478 views
- Tips & Advice
- 1 year ago
2 Answers
How long do I need to live in a state to get residency?

How long do I need to live in a state to get residency? Do the residency requirements differ from state to state?
- Asked by Cheryl
- Atlanta, GA
- 262 views
- Tips & Advice
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
Can I buy a house in California without being a resident?

Can I buy a house in California without being a resident? Will I lose my Washington residency if I spend too much time at a house in another state?
- Asked by Derrik
- Spokane, WA
- 410 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
1 Answer
How accurate are Zestimates?

Are Zestimates accurate? Or is my Redfin estimate accurate? They're about the same number. I'm thinking of selling and wondering if these numbers are what I can expect.
- Asked by Michael
- Scottsdale, AZ
- 421 views
- Selling
- 1 year ago
3 Answers
What can I ask for after a home inspection?

What can I ask for after a home inspection? The owner has several cats that have damaged the house. Beyond the scratches, the cats have peed on the carpet. Can I ask for money to cover the cost of new carpets and to repair the damage from the cats?
- Asked by Sonja
- San Jacinto, CA
- 426 views
- Buying
- 1 year ago
4 Answers
Security cameras inside a home?

When there are security cameras inside a home, should I comment on the home? It feels weird to know that the current owner may be watching and taking note of what I say. Is it better to just silently walk through the home and discuss afterwards away from the home?
- Asked by Angel
- Portland, ME
- 273 views
- Tips & Advice
- 1 year ago
3 Answers

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