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Buyer’s Deal On Short Sale Falls Through

By | January 3rd, 2008|

Just because there is a deal on the table for a home near foreclosure doesn't mean the lender is not required to accept a short sale. The lender can take its chances, foreclose on the home and sue the owner for any deficiency in funds that the lender gets from the foreclosure. This means a buyer making an offer on a short-sale home might see the deal fall through.

Buying A Home With A Broker Or Agent

By | January 2nd, 2008|

Once you have decided to buy a home, you may decide you want to work with a broker or an agent. Brokers and agents provide a variety of services to home buyers. These include education, legwork and guidance.

What To Expect From the IRS With A Property Lien

By | January 2nd, 2008|

A husband quit claimed property to his wife 17 years ago and she is now wondering if the IRS can put a lien on the home for his unpaid income taxes. The IRS can probably put a lien on the home but cannot go after it. The quit claim should protect the home from a lien from the IRS.

The Cycle Of Life And Home Buying

By | December 29th, 2007|

Buying a home is not just about bricks and mortar. Home buyers should think about where they are in the cycle of life: single, married, divorced, with kids, without. The shape of your family affects your needs as a home buyer.

Seller Pays Closing Costs

By | December 27th, 2007|

A homeowner who has put his home for sale says his real estate agent suggests that the homeowner pay closing costs. When you've got a home for sale there are many ways to differentiate the home for sale.

Location! Location! Location!

By | December 25th, 2007|

When you buy a home you must always consider location. Location, location, location may be a trite saying but there's something to it. Location affects which home you buy and who buys it from you in the future.

Building Your Lifestyle Wish List

By | December 17th, 2007|

It's important to consider your lifestyle when putting together a home buying wish list. You can ask yourself a variety of questions to narrow down what's most important to you during the home buying process. Consider not only yourself but your family too.

Responses To Agent’s HOA Letter

By | December 16th, 2007|

A homeowner's association fee was not disclosed when this ThinkGlink reader bought a home. Ilyce's readers respond to her article finding the real estate agent to blame for the unknown fee.

Figuring Out What You Want In A Home

By | December 4th, 2007|

Before you buy a home you should figure out what you want. If you have been renting for a while you have some idea of what has worked for you and what hasn't. Make a wish list for what you want in a home so you can be a successful home buyer.

Women in Real Estate

By | December 3rd, 2007|

If you're a single woman and debating whether to become a home buyer you're not alone. It's no longer unusual for women to buy homes by themselves. Still, it's good to be prepared for the possibility of discrimination when you are buying a home.

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