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The Best Tools for Real Estate Appraisers

Real estate appraisers wear many hats. A day in the life of an appraiser is busy and hectic. It includes physically examining the property, obtaining property records, analyzing comparable homes, and quite a bit of travel. Fortunately, ...
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4 Reasons Property Reports Are Important

A property report provides an overall picture of the history of a home or property. By obtaining a property report, you can discover hidden information about the home itself and the history of its ownership. Property reports are a quick ...
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Defining an Eminent Domain Attorney

An eminent domain attorney represents owners of private property who are faced with an acquisition of that property by the government under the very broad umbrella of eminent domain.
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Property Rights and Responsibilities

Those who live near or above a pipeline know well the impact such an installation can have on their land. If a pipeline company should approach you requesting the use of your property, you need to understand your rights as well as your ...
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11 Types of Liens that May Compromise Your Home

When you have an outstanding debt, the creditor may take out a lien against property you own. This means they legally claim ownership of your property until you satisfy the debt. This can prevent you from selling or refinancing your home ...
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How to Perform a Lien Search: The Basics

Homeowners, contractors, and other professionals in the real estate and construction industries may find it valuable to know how to perform a basic lien search. The information provided in a lien search can answer important questions about ...
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How to Avoid a Property Tax Lien

If you aren't unfamiliar with the term “property tax lien,” that’s a good thing. The only reason you would know it is if you don’t pay your taxes. Failure to pay taxes results in property liens placed on your property, including your ...
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Realtors: Finalize Deals With These Must Have Apps

It’s practically impossible to remain unchanged in the fast -evolving partnership of business and technology. From social media campaigns to company app development, nearly every business has adapted to technology changes in some capacity ...
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5 Steps to Getting Real Estate Client Referrals

Gaining new customers in the real estate business is a challenging process requiring expert skills and strategies to successfully reach sales goals. One of the most reliable ways to close deals since the recession has been through ...
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What Happens When Two People Claim Ownership of One Property?

Joint ownership, where two people are the legal owners of a property, is a common practice. In legal terms, the most common form of co-ownership is referred to as joint tenants with right of survivorship. This is an important distinction, ...
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