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Failure to disclose issues with a home can be a costly mistake
Everyone who sells a home wants to accentuate the positive aspects of it and downplay anything that might lower the price they’re hoping to get or turn off potential buyers completely. However, it’s essential to be truthful and comprehensive when you complete the...
Did the Seller Not Disclose All the Defects of Your New Home?
Buying a home is a stressful experience. Between finding the right neighborhood to negotiating price, the real estate market's hectic pressure can cause home buyers to overlook other important items, like defects. Sometimes, sellers may seek to hide these defects from...
Do I need to disclose the history of an Ohio property when I sell it?
If you are looking to sell a property, you want to encourage buyers, not put them off. However, failing to disclose certain information could cause you legal problems and allow the buyer to back out of a contract when they discover the truth. Unlike some states, Ohio...
Real estate agents can take steps to avoid lawsuits and complaints by clients
When you’re helping people buy and sell real estate, you’re dealing with large sums of money –- and sometimes with strong emotions. Buying or selling a home is among the most significant life events for many people. When things don’t go as planned, they may take legal...
Protect your property with the right terms in your land contract
There are thousands of people living in Ohio who would love to be homeowners but either don't have the credit history or the down payment necessary to secure a standard mortgage through a bank. Whether you flip real estate as an occupation or simply want to sell your...
Don’t close on your home until you’re satisfied with the inspection
You’re not required to have a home inspected before purchasing it, but it’s typically in your best interest. This gives you a clear understanding of the condition of the property, thus allowing you to better understand what you’re getting into. Along with forgoing an...
What should you do if you’re struggling with a troublesome tenant?
You enjoy being a landlord for a few reasons. The first is that you get to provide housing to people who you love having as tenants. You meet new people and make friends with many who stay with you. You also love that you have a regular income from a passive source....
How much can you charge for a security deposit on a rental home?
Renting out real estate can be a great business model that allows you to turn existing properties or capital into a steady stream of income. Provided that you find good tenants, you can maintain the property and enjoy ongoing rent payment without a full-time work...
What if a seller is still in your new home when you need to move?
Unless you are an investor who wants to rent out the property or fix it up and resell it for a profit, taking possession of your new home is probably the most important part of buying it. You want to move in and start making changes or improvements to it. Your closing...