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Home, Sour Home: How Homebuyers Can Avoid a ‘Lemon’

HomeLight

Seller disclosures. In many states, seller disclosure forms are required to complete a real estate transaction. Each state has different requirements , but basically the seller is required to tell the buyer of any known problems with the house. This isn’t recommended.

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Under Contract vs. Pending Sale in Real Estate Transactions

Realty Biz

Besides a home inspection contingency, some common contingencies include: Appraisal contingency: This contingency allows the buyer to back out of the sale if the property doesn't appraise for the agreed-upon price.

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How to Spot Serious Foundation Trouble

Hank Miller Team

Buyers were/are so stressed to secure a home that some toss caution to the wind; overpaying, waiving finance contingencies, inspection contingencies and more. The frenzied real estate market of '20-'21 exacerbated the issues found in normal markets. Water and foundation issues are very common, some obvious and some not so much.

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Here’s How You Can Make an Offer On a House Without a Realtor® in 9 Steps

HomeLight

Inspection contingency. A professional home inspection gives the buyer the opportunity to uncover any potential problems with the house before purchasing. An inspection contingency also gives the buyer a timeframe to have an inspection before the contract becomes binding.

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What Does As-Is Mean When House Hunting? And When Should Buyers Consider an As-Is Home?

HomeLight

Add an inspection contingency. This will allow you to cancel the contract if major issues are discovered during the inspection. Talk to your agent about seller disclosures in your state. Your agent will be able to tell you what a seller is legally required to disclose in your state as part of a home sale.

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Big-City Convenience with Small-Town Charm: How to Buy a House in Arlington

HomeLight

Minimal seller disclosures. Virginia requires a seller to disclose material defects , but not latent defects. Waive home inspection contingencies — but NOT the home inspection. Waive appraisal and finance contingencies. Offer a rent-back clause to the seller.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Arizona (2022 Updates)

HomeLight

Disclosures: . Arizona law requires sellers to disclose material facts about the property through the Residential Seller Disclosure. Buyers may ask for the offer to be contingent on other factors, such as the sale of their existing home or their ability to obtain financing. Is a real estate attorney required? .