Boston Real Estate FAQs
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Agency (9) You might be really surprised about who represents your interests in a real estate transaction. Find out the meaning of Agency and representation in Massachusetts.
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Buying (46) If you are planning to buy a home in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts these are some very common questions you might have. Peruse them on-line or just have them e-mailed to you.
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Home Inspections (6) A copy of the Home Inspectors Facts for Consumers brochure produced by the Office of Consumer Affairs about home inspections for homebuyers.
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Lead Paint FAQ (30) This is a copy of the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) Property Lead Paint Notification. This document in its regular form must be given to all potential buyers and/or tenants.
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Selling (39) Frequently Asked Questions about selling a home in Massachusetts. Covering everything from getting your home ready to the worst mistakes sellers make. Definitely information you can't afford to miss.
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Foreclosures (9) Foreclosures and Shortsales in Massachusetts are one of the hottest topics around. With the market changing people want to know what these are and how they work.
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- How does the owner of a home built before 1978 in which a child under six years old lives meet the requirements of the Massachusetts Lead Law?
The first step is to have a lead inspection or risk assessment done. A licensed lead inspector will test the surfaces...
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- What surfaces must be deleaded for full compliance with the Massachusetts Lead Law?
Owners of homes built before 1978 where children under six years of age live must have the following lead hazards...
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- Is there financial help for deleading?
There is a state income tax credit of up to $1,500 per unit for full deleading. A credit of up to $500 per unit is...
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- Are there any exemptions to the Massachusetts Lead Law?
The Lead Law applies only to homes built before 1978 in which a child under six lives. Any home or apartment having...Not rated Views:1873 - Can I do some of the deleading myself?
In Massachusetts, the owner or someone who works for the owner (an agent) can do certain deleading activities. These...Not rated Views:1870
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- If I get to Purchase & Sale Agreement, am I guaranteed to get the property?
Not necessarily. Banks participating in shortsales and those owning foreclosed properties almost always have a...
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- How do I get financing?
Financing for a shortsale or foreclosure can be very similar to that for any other property. Depending on the...Not rated Views:135 - What are the risks of buying a shortsale?
Buying a shortsale is a very complicated process. The reward can be well worth it, but you need to be aware of...Not rated Views:171 - Are there guarantees?
No. In fact, almost all banks will have the buyer sign an addendum which is added to the Purchase and Sale...Not rated Views:173 - Are there risks of buying a foreclosure?
Yes. Regardless of the condition of the property, there are risks involved with purchasing a foreclosed...Not rated Views:195
