I’ve just placed an offer to purchase a two-bedroom house. It’s an older building, probably close to 70 or more years old. After placing the offer, I then took a closer look around the exterior and noticed some cracks in the brick under the bay window. Is this a serious problem? Money is a little...
Various real estate entities have weighed in with their prognostications for the 2017 housing market. Most observers expect home sales and prices to moderate in the coming year. They say suburbs will make a comeback while the days of low mortgage rates are over. Of course, a lot depends on the actions of the new...
Let’s face it: We all know moving is a pain. And according to the American Moving & Storage Association, the average move in the U.S. costs a shocking $5,630. Of course, costs will vary greatly upon family size, house size and location. However, it’s safe to say that moving is often more expensive than expected. This brings many to the question: should you hire a pro mover, or enlist the help of a...
The woman in the condo unit directly beneath me committed suicide a few months ago. I am planning to sell my unit, and her husband still lives in the condo below mine. Do I have to disclose her suicide to prospective buyers when I sell my unit? While seller disclosure laws vary somewhat from state...