Author: Gary Parker

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Tenants Rights When Your Landlord Sells Property (Updated)

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Selling rental property isn’t quite the same as selling your primary home. For one, there’s certain tax implications to selling a rental house you may not be aware of. And taxes on selling a rental house can be unavoidable. There’s also the question of maintaining a rental—which isn’t always easy when you’re not onsite 24 … Continued
5 Things That Cause Hoarder Cleanup Costs To Skyrocket

5 Things That Cause Hoarder Cleaning Costs To Skyrocket

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I have inspected hundreds of distressed properties in Utah over the past Seventeen years, and each situation is always unique. But there’s always a delicate line we tread when it comes to hoarder cleaning costs in Utah houses. Hoarder Cleaning Costs It’s not simply that it can be an emotionally sensitive issue to discuss with … Continued
What Happens to your House and Mortgage when you Die

What Happens To Your House When You Die?

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When someone dies their mortgage debt doesn’t just vanish. Inheriting a home also means inheriting the mortgage debt. However, if the deceased borrower had mortgage protection insurance, that policy will pay off the loan. After the original borrower dies, the person who inherits the home may be added to the loan as a borrower without … Continued
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How Does Putting Your House Up for Bail Work?

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If you’re reading this, chances are someone you care about is in jail or just got hit with a bail amount that looks more like a phone number. And now you’re wondering if using your house to post bail is even an option. The short answer is yes. The longer answer is what I’m about … Continued

Reviews of 6 House Buying Companies – National and Local

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Companies that buy houses fast for cash is not something you get when working with a traditional bank lender. National and local house buying companies can dramatically accelerate the sale of your house. This is a good place to start looking for companies that buy houses and the companies that buy houses reviews. What are … Continued
What Is An All Inclusive Trust Deed

What Is An All Inclusive Trust Deed?

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What Is An All Inclusive Trust Deed? It’s a common misconception that a mortgage is the sole formal document facilitating the purchase of a home. While mortgage deeds are certainly the most common, the rise of alternative home loans such as seller financing has also enabled other instruments of securing a home loan. In particular, … Continued

The Right to Cure Letter Simplified From an Expert

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Over the past 16 years, I have helped numerous homeowners navigate various issues related to real estate. Today, I’m going to introduce you to a topic that may be as important as it is misunderstood: the Right to Cure letter. What Is a Right to Cure Letter? The right to cure letter, in simple terms, … Continued