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How do i get my part of the house sell?
My boyfriend and i bought a house together in 2020 and we' have both been paying the mortgage (we take turns, usually or sometimes split). We also had a roommate who helped pay the mortgage, but a lot of my money whent into the house. We broke up last month and I am living with my aunt and we want to sell the house but he says since my name isn't on it, I don't get any money from the sell. Is that true? How do i get the money back that I paid for mortgage?
Asked by Sara M | Conway, AR | 04-17-2026 | 115 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 6 months ago
Is it a scam?
Got a postcard in the mail saying they buy houses for cash 'fast and easy.' My house needs a new roof and the pipes are bad. Is it some kind of scam or will they really buy my house?
Asked by Sheryl | Chattanooga, TN | 04-13-2026 | 183 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 6 months ago
Should I renovate before selling?
I’m dealing with a property that has significant historical value but requires extensive structural remediation. Should I list it 'as-is' or will I see a better ROI by handling the foundation issues myself before putting it on the market?
Asked by Mike | Toledo, OH | 04-13-2026 | 150 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 6 months ago
What can I do?
When I brought my home in 2001, it was fenced with the adjacent lot. The previous owners had purchased both lots and presented the sale as one big lot. However, the city put an adverse possession on it and is trying to sell the second lot even though it’s still fenced with our land. What can I do? Is this legal?
Asked by Ken | 38106 | 04-07-2026 | 91 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 7 months ago
What can we do to get our land back?
So I brought a home in 2001 and when I did, I was under the impression that the lot beside us was with our land (the previous owners, owned both lots and had the entire yard enclosed with a fence). However, the city has put an adverse possession on it and claims it never belonged to us. We have the deed that shows that’s the land was owned together but our deed only shows one of the two lots (the were seemingly combined). Is this legal?
Asked by Kenricha Freeman | Memphis, TN | 04-07-2026 | 95 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 7 months ago
How do I find out if a house has noisy or difficult neighbors?
Without totally stalking the house and neighbors, how can i find out if the neighbors are noisy or difficult?
Asked by Ash | Knoxville, TN | 04-06-2026 | 239 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 7 months ago
Can a real estate agent help with leasing land?
We have approximately 12.5 acres of land we'd like to lease out in rual Virginia. The land is mostly clear and open with pond access that has 2 spring heads.
Asked by Tamika Lawson | 24317 | 03-30-2026 | 62 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 7 months ago
How should I prepare for the home sale, for an aging family member?
My mom is going to pass away soon. I know I'll have so much papers to deal with after. So, I want to ask her about things now while I can. What do I need to know about selling the house after she passes or what papers to have? What should I ask her about with her house and money and things?
Asked by Alex | Phoenix, AZ | 03-30-2026 | 236 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 7 months ago
Are online home value estimates hurting sellers by setting unrealistic expectations?
Many sellers look at online estimates before pricing their home. Do these tools help or hurt when it comes to setting realistic expectations?
Asked by Marc Smith | Jasper, GA | 03-26-2026 | 201 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 7 months ago
Are home warranties actually worth it, or just a waste of money?
Some people swear by them, others say they’re useless. I noticed when you call in for the warranty, they find a way to say it's not covered.
Asked by Yolando L | Pomona, CA | 03-22-2026 | 1,100 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 7 months ago
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