idea to have a warranty plan so that you can sleep well at night.
The advice also applies to the experienced real estate owners who don’t want to worry about maintenance and repairs hanging over their heads. A home warranty is a way of protecting yourself from expensive, unexpected repair bills. Depending on the local market and the deal, the home warranty can be paid either by the seller or the buyer. A home warranty paid for by the seller can be a negotiation point offering to protect the buyer from having to do any additional, expensive repairs to the house after the deal is closed. Some think the home warranty isn't worth the money, but if we can get the seller to pay for it, I say let's do it. Your choice though. The cost of a home warranty is generally not too high — often between $350 and $600, depending on the coverage. The payment must be made for one year in advance. In case you need to use such a warranty, the procedure is simple. When there’s a problem, the owner calls the warranty company, which then contacts the service provider who will be fixing it. The provider will call the owner to schedule an appointment and fix the problem. The home warranty company will pay the bill. Be careful when choosing a plan because there are many existing coverage differences. Pay attention when reading the fine print relating to the conditions for coverage and the reasons claims may be denied. The secret to getting a good insurance plan rests in dealing with a reputable company and knowing all the details.
GETTING AN APPRAISAL DIFFERS FR IFFERS FROM THE EVALUATION BY A PROPERTY INSPECTOR.
A real estate appraiser is a state-licensed expert who determines the value of a particular property. When it comes to closing a financial transaction involving real estate, both the seller and the
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