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1. Goodwill
Permitting the borrower to start construction before the lender’s deed of trust is recorded allows for the possibility that the title company refuses to accept an indemnity to issue the policy without exceptions for possible mechanics’ liens. A refusal to accept such an indemnity will prevent the lender from funding the loan, fostering enmity between borrower and lender.
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• An examination of the structural and mechanical systems of a property
• Conducted by a state-licensed building contractor
• Any defects found must be repaired by a specialist
• Some lenders require a home inspection
• Buyers should inspect before buying
• Takes place after purchase agreement is signed
• Buyer usually pays as part of closing costs
• Cost: Usually $150-$500
• Shop around for the best inspector and best rate
• Buyers: Make sure you can get out of purchasing property if it does not pass inspection
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• Covers repairs for mechanical systems and built-in appliances not covered by homeowner’s insurance
• Benefits sellers: selling point, no hassles after house is sold
• Benefits buyers: provides security for purchase
• Price varies widely based on what is covered
• Buyer usually pays for home warranty insurance
• Shop around to find the best coverage for the best price
• Be sure that the premium has been paid before you take possession of the property
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• Covers your home from damage or destruction
• Only certain disasters are covered
• Some policies cover possessions
• Some policies pay living expenses while house is being rebuilt or repaired
• Provides liability coverage for anyone injured on your property
• Differences in how reimbursement is calculated – actual cash value vs. replacement cost
• Replacement cost coverage is more expensive
• Required in most states
• 5 main types: HO-1, HO-2, HO-3, HO-4, HO-6
• Assorted amendments can be added to increase coverage
• Premium based on replacement cost of house
• Don’t just buy the cheapest policy – make sure you are well-covered
• Start looking for coverage ahead of time
• Calculate costs on your own to insure you are getting a good rate – building costs vary from area to area, so find out information for your area
• Don’t insure your land if money is an issue, just your home and its contents
• Make a home inventory and store it at someone else’s house
• Include receipts for expensive items with the home inventory
• Report any remodels or upgrades to your insurance company, as they could affect coverage
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• Tell everyone
• Use neighbors
• Be open about price
• Put up For Sale signs
• Make a website
• Tell people at work
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• Most lenders require title insurance
• Title insurance protects your ownership of a property
• Title insurance costs vary widely based on property value and location
• Real estate can be transferred without a public record, meaning someone could have rights to your property that you can have no way of knowing about
• Title companies focus on clearing up any problems before they arise
• Some title insurance firms made huge profits during recent housing boom
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• Types of ownership, not types of dwelling
• Plusses and Negatives to condominium/PUD ownership
• Ownership rights spelled out in CC and Rs
• CC and Rs should be studied prior to purchase
• Consult an attorney for any questions regarding CC and Rs
• Extreme difficult to affect any change to CC and Rs
• Homeowner’s assessments cover common costs and reserves
• Failure to pay could result in late fees, or even foreclosure
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• MLS the most valuable resource
• Internet ads
• Newspaper
• Discuss with agent
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The perfect home, the one that you imagine in your mind, is a great image. However, it is an image that is not all that simple to create.
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So you have found out how much you can afford and how much you will have to pay back. Now it is time to find out where to spend your loan.
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Do you enjoy maintaining your home, as well as paying the mortgage and property taxes?
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If you want to know what a HELOC is, this is the article with the definition. In the world of loans, there are two types of home equity borrowing, home equity lines of credit and home equity loans.
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Even if you trust your seller to disclose fully, sometimes there are things in home buying the seller may be unaware of.
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If you’ve ever gone to an open house where things were falling apart- paint was chipped, porch railing was wobbly, doors stuck, etc.- then you know how important it is to make minor repairs before you sell your home, along with top to bottom cleaning.
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A warranty is a kind of insurance in case there are flaws in your home after it is sold. When it comes to buying homes, you get what you pay for.
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All of those home improvement projects that you have been delaying need to be done as soon as possible.
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Finding Home Listings
Not too long ago, the only way to find homes for sale was through real estate agents and the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
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Finding your Maximum House Price
When deciding to buy a home, your first mission should be to consult a lender and find out the maximum loan you can get. This loan will establish the ceiling on real estate prices for the buyer. There are plenty of calculators that can help figure this out.
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You have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) that was doing so well that you bragged about it. Now interest rates are rapidly rising.
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The median price for a homes dropped 1.3 percent to $219,000 in 2007, while total home sales plunged by 13 percent for the year.
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NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Home prices continued their plunge during the last three months of 2007, setting a real estate trade group's record for the biggest-ever quarterly drop.
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Calif. median home price - January 08: $430,370(Source: C.A.R.)
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Here are seven simple reasons why this is the best time to buy a new home in several decades.
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The S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index of 20 cities fell for the 22nd consecutive month.
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