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of water damage, repairs that have been done to repair it, and
anything that puts certain areas at risk (like heavily watering
the grass along the foundation).
Missing large items. While buyers do try to take a good look at
the house and take note of everything that is or isn’t included,
sometimes there are still some things that are missing and
that buyers simply don’t notice during their many viewings.
Things like missing water heaters, exhaust fans, and rain gutters
can make it very difficult to live in a home but aren’t at the
top of one’s list when they’re looking at homes. Only after they
move in do they realize these essential items are missing and
by then, they’re put in a very bad position. Some states, such as
Michigan and Texas, have laws in place that requires sellers to
provide a list of all the items that are included with the sale of
the home so that buyers can read over it and determine what
they will need to purchase before moving in.
Specialty disclosures. Some states have very specific conditions
due to their location and the special issues or problems
pertaining to that geographical area. Because termites are
extremely common in Texas, the state has a law that requires
sellers disclose that information, while other areas have
special historical districts that place restrictions on what
homeowners can and cannot do to their home in the manner
of improvements. Sellers are usually required by law to disclose
that information so that buyers are aware of what will be
required of them upon purchasing the home.
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SELLING A HOME FAQ’S AND SAQ’S | JENNIFER CHRISTENOT