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Research Team - 05 Aug, 2026
Seller Disclosure Requirements: What You're Legally Required to Tell Buyers
What you're required to tell a buyer about your home isn't optional, isn't a formality, and isn't the same from state to state — and getting it wrong can create legal exposure long after you've moved out. Short answer: Nearly every state requires sellers to disclose known material defects — issues that affect the property's value or safety, such as a leaking roof, foundation problems, or past ...
- Research Team
- 05 Aug, 2026
Title Company vs. Attorney Closing: What Your State Requires
Who actually runs your closing — a title company or a real estate attorney — depends entirely on where your home is located, and it's not optional in every state. Short answer: Some states legall ...
- Research Team
- 04 Aug, 2026
What Is Escrow? A Seller's Plain-English Guide
"It's in escrow" is one of those real estate phrases everyone uses and few people can actually define — including plenty of sellers who are going through the process for the first time. **Short answe ...
- Research Team
- 03 Aug, 2026
How to Change the Name on a House Deed Before or After Selling
A mismatch between the name on your deed and your current legal name — after a divorce, a marriage, or the death of a co-owner — can stall a home sale if it's not addressed before you get to closing. ...
- Research Team
- 02 Aug, 2026
Do You Have to Pay Taxes on a Home You Inherited and Sold?
Inheriting a house is stressful enough without wondering whether selling it will trigger a tax bill you weren't prepared for. The good news: thanks to one specific tax rule, most people who sell an in ...