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Buying Your First Carlsbad Home – The Pest Inspection

Posted on September 17, 2007 by Jeff Dowler

One of the forms that you will need to complete as part of your offer for buying you first Carlsbad home is the “Wood Destroying Pest Inspection and Allocation of Cost Addendum” (called the WPA, for short). Termites, and other … Continue reading →

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Buying Your First Carlsbad Home – The Offer

Posted on September 17, 2007 by Jeff Dowler

The offer part of the purchasing process often cause new buyers the most grief and aggravation. Even more so when they see the actual document used here in Carlsbad (and all of the California) to submit the proposal to the … Continue reading →

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Seller's Disclosure

Posted on April 26, 2007 by Jeff Dowler

The laws regarding disclosure by sellers of defects and overall condition of their homes varies quite a bit. You may or may not see such a disclosure, as is some states it is not required. Check with your agent on … Continue reading →

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Pros and Cons of Buying a House

Posted on January 13, 2007 by Jeff Dowler

This is NOT about whether you should or should not buy, but how to get through the confusing process of looking at homes and deciding which one is right for you. Buyers, in general, often have a tough time deciding … Continue reading →

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How to Become a Good Buyer! (Part 3 of 5)

Posted on December 7, 2006 by Jeff Dowler

Here are some more important things to know so that you can be the best buyer possible. Make an offer – Now that you found the property you wish to purchase, you will need to make a written offer (a … Continue reading →

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Forms in a Buyer Transaction

Posted on October 3, 2006 by Jeff Dowler

Here are some of the forms you can expect to review and sign as part of the typical residential real estate transaction here in California. Not all forms will be applicable in all situations. If you are buying in another … Continue reading →

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