| Disclosures in Residential Real Estate Transactions |
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| One of the biggest decisions in a person's life is the decision to buy real estate. The excitement often associated with the purchase of a new home can be overshadowed by disappointment once the newness wears off and defects become apparent. More... |
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| Breach of Contract |
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| A breach of contract occurs in the event one of the parties to a contract fails to fulfill his or her part of the deal. More... |
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| Disputes between Landlords and Tenants |
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| A wide variety of disputes can arise between a landlord and a tenant. The nature of the dispute can be large or small. For instance, the dispute can relate to the responsibility for a minor repair to the leased premises. In other circumstances, however, the disputes can involve thousands of dollars.
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| Insuring Your Real Estate against Liability |
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| A homeowner, a landlord, or a tenant may be subject to liability if someone is injured on the premises. If there is no insurance, the damages will have to be paid out of pocket. Various types of insurance policies can shift liability from the property owner to an insurance company in exchange for the payment of premiums. More... |
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| Adjustable Rate Mortgages |
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| Delilah was very happy when she received her pre-approval notification for a mortgage loan. In fact, her lender pre-approved her for $25,000 more than she needed to purchase her first home. Delilah is now in the process of finalizing the details with the lender before the settlement on her home. The lender has offered her a fixed rate mortgage as well as an adjustable rate mortgage. More... |
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