Knowing what happens when a lien is placed on your home ahead of time will save you not just time but a lot of frustration when it comes time to closing on your home. Rosie and her husband had a dispute with a plumber one day who did some work on their house. They claimed … Continued
“In this world,” to quote Benjamin Franklin, “Nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes.” If you’re a homeowner, you know that statement to ring true more than others. Your mortgage payment each month, for example, comprises of the payment, interest, taxes and insurance (P.I.T.I.). Sometimes your property taxes are paid separate. … Continued
Can you sell a house with asbestos in Utah? If you’re over the age of 40, you’ve probably heard about asbestos warnings. You’ve probably seen the ads and know it was once used in construction and buildings. You probably know it’s a health risk. But have you ever stopped to wonder why? Just what is … Continued
The real value of your home is whatever someone is willing and capable to pay for it. What Do Appraisers Look For? They look pretty much for the same thing…values of other properties. There have been a number of instances where buyers have paid more for a home than what the market or appraisal value of … Continued
If you’re a homeowner choosing to sell without using a realtor, properly using a for sale by owner contract can be a burden. After all, you have bigger concerns such as: finding the right buyer and right asking price. Staging your home. Marketing. It’s a process that can take weeks, if not months. Both federal … Continued
Much like other states, the Utah home inspections process generally occurs twice as part of a general due diligence process. The first, being from a licensed appraiser (typically at the request of a bank or lender) whose job is to perform minimal structural inspections; instead appraising the actual value of your home based on both … Continued
The loss of a parent is never an easy event, no matter how long you’ve prepared for it. But what happens when you are inheriting family debt? As the age old adage says, only two things are certain in life: death and taxes. While death may be an inevitable fact, it brings about uncertainty. Not … Continued
Having to face foreclosure auctions in Utah is probably one of the most disheartening experiences you may go through. The financial burden of a poor credit score is one thing; but the emotional burden of seeing your dreams as a homeowner dashed as a result of circumstances beyond your control is even more humiliating. Unfortunately, … Continued
Hi, my name is Gary Parker, and thank you for visiting our web page dedicated to helping you decide if you should list your house with a real estate agent or sell your house to a professional house buying company such as Gary Buys Houses. The first thing I wanted to talk to you about…
For many homeowners, foreclosure is an unfortunate reality; and one that’s entirely outside of their control. But how long does foreclosure take? It will actually vary depending on any number of circumstances. Here’s what you should know about what to expect from the foreclosure process. It’s never easy to see your dreams of owning a … Continued
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