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How can the mortgage industry be more prepared for the next natural disaster?

Housing Wire

In light of that, HW Media Managing Editor of Content Solutions Maleesa Smith sat down with Scott Gibson, principal of product compliance at CoreLogic, to discuss the future of the NFIP, as well as potential reforms that could help the industry be more prepared for the next disaster. Many states do have sellers disclosure laws.

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What Legal Documents Will You Need for Buying a House? Here’s Your List

HomeLight

Some states require sellers to fill out a seller disclosure statement documenting known repair needs or health and safety hazards in the home. This can include anything from knowledge of lead-based paint or asbestos, to the seller’s awareness of water damage in the basement, a leaky roof, or damaged plumbing.

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Flat Fee MLS Companies in North Carolina to Sell Your FSBO Home

HomeLight

a local North Carolina real estate company owned and operated by Stephanie Smith, the principal broker. Additional service notes: Provides Comparative Market Analysis to sellers. Provides documents and paperwork for seller disclosures. The company has been in business for more than 20 years. List with Freedom.

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Handling Real Estate Transactions Involving Pets

The Residential Specialist

Chances are good any buyer is a pet owner, but that doesn’t mean they want to smell or see signs of someone else’s pets,” says Addie Owens, CRS, principal broker with RE/MAX Touchstone in Florida’s Lake and Sumter Counties. Check the seller disclosure and inspection reports very closely. Lead paint and asbestos.

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What Must Be Disclosed When Selling a House in California?

HomeLight

If you need assistance navigating the legalities of what to include on a home seller disclosure form in California, HomeLight always encourages you to reach out to your own advisor. California has complex disclosure requirements for home sellers. What is a seller’s disclosure? Does that sound like you?