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Category: Ask a Realtor

Navigating Real Estate Litigation: A Comprehensive Guide

Nicki and Karen » October 28, 2024

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Real estate is a complex and valuable asset. When you become a homeowner, every mortgage payment you make increases your ...

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The Best Month to Buy Furniture: A Seasonal Guide to Savings

Nicki and Karen » October 21, 2024

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Whether you’re getting ready to move to a new home or upgrading the furnishings in your current property, buying n ...

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Understanding Bi-Level Houses: Features, Benefits, and Considerations

Nicki and Karen » October 14, 2024

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If you’re in the market for a new piece of real estate, you’ll be able to select from many different types a ...

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Understanding Seller Disclosure: What Every Home Seller Should Know

Nicki and Karen » October 7, 2024

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Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you should understand what seller disclosures are and how they apply to y ...

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How to Set Up Utilities When Renting

Nicki and Karen » September 30, 2024

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When a tenant rents a unit from a landlord, the agreement they sign will dictate how they can use the apartment and what ...

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Understanding the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA)

Nicki and Karen » September 23, 2024

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In 1975, the U.S. Congress approved the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) to ensure buyers and sellers recei ...

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The Top 10 Best Websites For Real Estate Investing

Nicki and Karen » September 16, 2024

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Investing in real estate requires research, profit calculations, and forecasts. Finding a good property in the right loc ...

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Top 10 Elementary Schools in LA, California

Nicki and Karen » September 9, 2024

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If you live in Los Angeles and have a child who’s getting ready to start elementary school, many schools in the ar ...

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How Expensive Is It to Build a House? A Real Estate Agent’s Perspective

Nicki and Karen » September 2, 2024

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Whether you’re moving out of an apartment or relocating for a job, you can either build a house from scratch or bu ...

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The Essentials of a Month-to-Month Lease Agreement

Nicki and Karen » August 26, 2024

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When you rent a unit in an apartment, you’ll sign a lease agreement between yourself and the landlord. This contra ...

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