Buying a home is a huge undertaking. It is not a decision you should make lightly or without preparation. CNN explains you need to take time, sometimes years, to get yourself in the right position to buy a home. There are many things you need to get into place...
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How to prepare for a closing
If you are purchasing a new home, and you are getting close to closing day, you are probably excited to get the keys and move in. However, there are many things involved with the closing process, and unknown things can pop up. If you know what to expect at the...
4 factors that affect lot line adjustments
You may have a large parcel of land that you want to sell as smaller lots. To do this, you must subdivide the property, and that means adjustments to the lot lines. Oregon law allows for the subdivision of property under certain circumstances. You have to be able to...
Avoiding common mistakes when selling your home without a realtor
Many homeowners decide to save money by selling the property without a realtor. This type of "for sale by owner" transaction is legal in Oregon. Review the common mistakes to avoid if you take the FSBO route when selling your home. Inaccurate pricing Listing a home...
What should you look out for in a commercial lease?
Commercial leases lack most of the common contract protections afforded to residential leases in Oregon, which means your protection is up to you and a strong contract. If you agree to lackluster provisions, you might open yourself to exploitation that remains...
Some tips to help sell your house on your own
Modern real estate trends include attracting buyers to properties they can upgrade to meet their employer's work-from-home requirements. Owners who wish to sell their home by themselves may need to attract homebuyers who require open space to combine raising a family...
3 tips for successfully selling your home without a broker
When you have the time and knowledge needed to do so, you may find that it benefits you to sell your home without using a real estate broker. When using a broker, you may have to pay that person as much as 6% of the sale price of your home, but selling it without a...
What do you know about the hidden costs of buying a home?
You have several financial considerations to remember when buying a home in Oregon. You must do just as much research on hidden costs as you do common costs, such as the down payment and mortgage fees. According to Business Insider, overlooked home-buying costs can...
Do you need a real estate lawyer to sell a home?
Selling and buying real estate is likely one of the biggest financial transactions you will take part in. While some take a do-it-yourself approach, others invest in a team to help things go smoothly. But do you really need to work with a broker or lawyer when selling...
Oregon law requires property sellers to disclose defects
A property owner considering a "for sale by owner" transaction could have several legal issues to resolve. Price is an important factor when creating a purchase agreement and a professional appraisal may provide a seller with an advantage when negotiating a...