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What Los Angeles Home Sellers Should Do After a Poor Property Inspection

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The inspection contingency in your sales contract is an inescapable reality with a traditional real estate transaction. Many Los Angeles home sellers fear the unknown of what lies behind their walls or under the floor. The best practice for home sellers is to have a pre-inspection before getting an offer. However, we will now explore … Continued

5 Repairs to Overlook When Buying Investment Property in Los Angeles

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Which repairs are deal-breakers and which have acted as placeholders for a wise investor like you to come along? Buyers want homes ready to move into and often lack the time, patience, or imagination to consider less than perfect houses. Homes with less curb appeal typically tend to sit longer on the market. The best … Continued

4 Things You Should Know About Land Surveys in Los Angeles

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Good fences make good neighbors, especially when they’re in the right place. When you are ready to buy land, recently surveyed land is the best land available. Land surveys are well worth the cost because they precisely show you what you are buying. They also help you avoid the expense of dealing with the responsibility … Continued

How to Sell Your Los Angeles House if You Live in a Bad Area

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Perhaps your area of town was highly desirable when you purchased your home, but neighborhoods can experience severe changes over time. For example, with increasing crime rates and a drop in home values, areas tend to undergo a downward progression.  When your property is in a bad area, with surrounding properties in varying states of … Continued

How to Do a Lien Search for Los Angeles Investment Buyers

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Liens are legal claims or encumbrances against a piece of property in an attempt to settle an outstanding debt by taking possession of the property or by taking the proceeds should the property sell. One of the most critical legal steps in real estate transactions is performing a title check, thereby ensuring that the title … Continued

5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying Land in Los Angeles

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Much like before diving headfirst into unknown waters, you need to check the depth when you’re in the market to purchase land. You should take precautions by performing due diligence to protect yourself and your financial future.  We will cover five things you need to know before buying land in Los Angeles. Location Purchasing a … Continued

How to Sell Your Los Angeles House if You Live on a Busy Street

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Some homeowners face unique challenges when they’re selling, such as being located on a bustling street. While there isn’t anything you can do about the level of traffic, you can take steps to enhance the property and make it more desirable to buyers, thereby increasing your final sales price. We will discuss how to sell … Continued

Top 5 Mistakes Los Angeles Home Sellers Make

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Finally, it’s time to put up the sale sign, get offers and sell the home. If only it were that easy. While it may not sound complicated at first thought, the process of selling a home has several aspects that sellers must consider to bring top dollar promptly.  As difficult as it may be to … Continued

How to Sell a House With Unpermitted Work in Los Angeles

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So, you need to sell your house, and you’re aware of unpermitted work that was done on your home. If you find yourself in this situation, and you are unsure what steps to take to get started, you’re among many homeowners who have been in the same spot. In any real estate transaction, disclosure is … Continued

5 Estate Sale Tips for Property Owners in Los Angeles

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Are you an estate representative who needs to liquidate an estate and wonder how to have an estate sale? While typically held after a loved one has passed, estate sales may be helpful when going through a divorce or other personal transition which requires the disposal of a household full of items. Going through all … Continued