Property owners fall behind on their tax obligations for many different reasons. In some cases, job loss, divorce or medical emergencies result in people failing to prioritize property tax obligations. If people fall behind on property taxes, their ownership rights...
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What is required with a Connecticut real estate disclosure form?
When selling real estate in Connecticut, sellers need to fill out a disclosure form. This is also referred to as a residential property condition report, and it is required under the Uniform Property Condition Disclosure Act. As a general rule, the disclosure form is...
Can disappointing inspection results impact a scheduled closing?
People making offers to buy real property often walk through the property at issue first. Especially when they conduct the walk-through with the support of a real estate professional, they probably assume they understand the condition of the property. Between the...
Going to court to terminate joint property ownership
Joint ownership of real property is common in part because it is practical. Real property is quite costly, and one person may not have the credit score or income necessary to qualify for a sufficient mortgage. Some people jointly inherit property from parents or...
What secrets do realtors rarely share?
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. While most realtors are helpful, their main goal is to close a deal. This means you may not always hear the full story about a property. Some details get pushed aside, leaving you with more to discover...
Take time to understand easements in a real estate deal
Easements represent one of the most important yet often overlooked aspects of real estate transactions that can significantly impact property value and future use. Many buyers discover easement restrictions only after closing when they attempt to build fences,...
5 steps involved in residential real estate closings
Purchasing or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make and the final stage, known as the closing, is where ownership of the property changes hands officially. It is a moment that can feel both exciting and overwhelming, whether one is...
What do banks do with real estate after foreclosure?
Foreclosure happens when someone fails to make mortgage payments on a repeated basis. One missed payment does not trigger foreclosure, but multiple missed payments can get the process started. It does take months, but the bank can eventually seek an eviction and...
Can you buy a house with a lien on the property?
Shopping for a house is stressful. It’s one of the most significant financial decisions you will make, and it’s challenging to find the perfect home in your price range. When you do find one that checks all the boxes, it’s no surprise that you want to get the process...
Why do you need to take care when viewing a staged property?
Some home sellers just give their home a clean and make it as welcoming as they can when they put it on the market. Others bring the professionals in. Staging a home is something that can make it much more attractive to buyers, especially if done by a realtor with a...
