Posted on November 8, 2019 - 04:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
After months of searching, you've finally found it -- your perfect dream home. But is it perfect? Will you be purchasing more than just a beautiful home? Will you also be acquiring liens placed on the property by prior owners? Have documents been recorde...
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Posted on November 1, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
What's in a name? When a title company seeks to uncover matters affecting title to real property, the answer is, "Quite a bit." Statements of Information provide title companies with the information they need to distinguish the buyers and sellers of rea...
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Posted on October 25, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
Buying a home will probably rank as one of the biggest personal investments one can make. Being organized and in control will contribute significantly to getting the best home deal possible with the least amount of stress. It's important to anticipate the...
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Posted on October 18, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
In the olden days, when someone wanted a home loan they walked downtown to the neighborhood bank or savings & loan. If the bank had extra funds lying around and considered you a good credit risk, they would lend you the money from their own funds. It doe...
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Posted on October 11, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
Lead poisoning is a serious problem that can lead to adverse health problems. In children, high levels of lead can cause damage to the brain and nervous system, behavioral and learning problems, slow growth, and hearing problems. In adults, lead poisoning...
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Posted on October 4, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
Analyze why you are selling - If you understand your motives, you will be able to better negotiate and to get what it is that you want, whether it be a quick sale, high price, or somewhere in the middle. Prepare your home for the buyer - Maximize the s...
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Posted on September 27, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
With the burst of the housing bubble, credit crisis, and millions of foreclosures across the country, you may wonder if buying a home is such a good idea after all. However, it's important to consider all of the facts. The important message to take away f...
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Posted on September 20, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
Have you received an advertisement offering to save you thousands of dollars on your thirty-year mortgage and cut years off your payments? With email spam becoming more pervasive as everyone tries to get rich quick on the Internet, these ads are popping u...
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Posted on September 13, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
Lower interest rates have motivated you to refinance your home loan. The lower rate may save you a tremendous amount of money over the life of the loan, but you should also expect to pay the lender the typical closing costs associated with any new loan, i...
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Posted on September 6, 2019 - 05:35 PM
by Bergen Basin Realty
Underground heating oil tanks can pose many potential problems to both home buyers and sellers. They have been the source of many environmental problems such as contamination of surrounding soil and ground water. Leaks are generally caused by the rust in...
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I needed to sell what had been my mother’s home for some 70 years as part of her estate. Being in probate nothing was straightforward, but Doug helped me with everything. He guided me through the legal issues and negotiations, got the house prepared for sale and obtained a price that exceeded my expectations. Since I live out of town, Doug went the extra mile after the sale, and took care of all the arrangements for the personal property. Doug has my complete confidence. He is a pleasure to work with.John S.