Despite many challenges, owning a home remains the American dream. While buying a home is a big step, what if you found out that it has undisclosed defects? This can be a nightmare for any homeowner. If you have just bought a home and are discovering undisclosed...
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3 things you need to look for during a property title search
A home purchase is, without a doubt, one of the most important financial undertakings you can ever make. And given the legal, financial and personal implications of buying a home, you want to be certain that you get everything right “the first time.” This is where due...
Disclosure requirements when selling a home in Illinois
When selling a home in Illinois, there are certain disclosures you must make to a potential buyer. It is a legal requirement meant to ensure a fair and transparent transaction between the buyer and seller. The information you are required to disclose is outlined in...
Short sales: What are they, and what do sellers need to know?
For homeowners experiencing financial difficulties, foreclosure can feel like the only option. If you’re struggling to make ends meet and to afford the mortgage payments every month, you might be in a position where you’re having to think about your next steps. A...
2 important qualities your real estate agent needs to have
Are you looking to buy or sell a home? Then the best odds for a good outcome is to find a real estate agent. There are many real estate agents who work around the clock to give the best results to their clients. You do not want to pick just any real estate agent....
The importance of a title search
Buying your new home is probably going to be the most significant purchase you’ll ever make. This is an exciting time but because of the sums of money involved, you also want to think about protecting yourself. Something you will want to do before committing to a...
Residential real estate trends to watch in 2023
The housing market has weathered dramatic peaks and valleys since 2020. Understandably, both buyers and sellers of residential real estate are eager to learn what is likely to be in store for the market as 2023 dawns. After all, it’s difficult to strategize both sale...
Finding the right real estate agent to sell your home
It's no secret that selling a home can be a difficult process. There are many things to consider, from setting the right price to preparing your home for potential buyers. One of the most important decisions you will make during this process is choosing the right real...
Why do homebuyers typically require title insurance?
The most important document you fill out when buying a home is arguably the deed. After all, the deed that adds your name to the title is the document that officially makes you the owner of the property. After you record that deed, the title records maintained by the...
What is a quiet title action?
You need to be sure of several things when buying a house. For example, you need to know you can get the funding and the house is structurally sound. Another is that the title is clean. Occasionally someone offers a property for sale, knowing it is not theirs to sell....