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How does the NAR settlement actually affect me as a seller?

I keep hearing about this lawsuit and commissions changing. Does this mean I don't have to pay the buyer’s agent anymore? How do I bring this up with my realtor without it being awkward?

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Do I legally have to tell buyers about my horrible neighbor?

My neighbors have been awful to live next to. They don't take their trash cans in and they have been known to blow around their junk around the neighborhood. They yell at my kids. They wrote passive aggressive notes about a tree on my land they didn't like. They set up cameras to spy on us in our backyard. They steal our mail. and so much more. Do I have to disclose this in any formal way? I don't want to be a jerk but I also want to sell my house.

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Are those cash offer postcards in the mail legit?

I keep getting We Buy Houses flyers. Are these ever a good deal, or is it always a lowball/scam? I need to sell fast but I don't want to get ripped off by a wholesaler.

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Can I sell as-is if I still owe a lot on my mortgage?

My house needs a new roof and some foundation work. I don't have the cash to fix it. Can I list it '"as-is" and just let the bank take their cut, or will a lender refuse to fund a buyer because of the condition?

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How do I pick the best offer for selling my house?

I have three offers on the table. One is all cash but lower; one is over asking but has a financing contingency; and one has a massive down payment. How do I know which one is actually the safest bet to get to closing? My realtor says all cash is always the way to go because we know they have the money now but I feel like I want to get more and go with the over asking.

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Taxes on selling a second home how do I avoid a huge bill?

I’m looking to sell a property I’ve owned for 5 years but only lived in for one. I know about the $250k exclusion for primary residences, but how does it work for a second home? Are there any loopholes to minimize capital gains?

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How are we supposed to sell and buy at the same time with these rates?

I have a 3.8% mortgage. If I sell, I’m looking at 7%. I feel locked in. Are people actually selling right now, or is everyone just waiting for rates to drop? Is there a strategy to make the math work?

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How do I get out of a solar panel lease to sell my house?

I have a 20-year solar lease with 15 years left. I’m worried buyers will be scared off by the monthly payment or the credit check to transfer it. What are my options? Do I have to buy it out just to close the sale?

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Does adding a granny flat actually increase my home value?

Thinking about building a small ADU in the backyard to help my home's resale value. Does this actually see a 1:1 return on investment, or is it better to just leave the yard as-is? I’m seeing a lot of mixed info on appraisal values for these.

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Should I pay for my own inspection before listing?

I want a smooth sale, but I’m worried the buyer’s inspector is going to find some massive issue and kill the deal. Is it worth the $500 to do a pre-listing inspection so I can fix stuff now, or am I just looking for trouble?

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