Tag: Michael Kayem
Property should be spruced up when listed on the market
Dear Michael: My mom passed away and I am putting her house on the market. My Realtor wants me to get rid of most...
FHA loan approval not for all homes
Dear Michael: I am selling my home and received an offer from a buyer with an FHA 5% down payment. My house is in...
Cancellation of escrow
Dear Michael: We are purchasing a new home and closing escrow next week. We have found issues with the home that were not disclosed...
Landlord must give 60-day notice to terminate lease
Dear Michael: I am renting an apartment and my lease is set to expire at the end of July. My landlord has informed me...
All cash purchase vs. mortgage loan
Dear Michael: We are buying a home with 100 percent cash (no loans). What is the advantage for us and seller by not getting...
Waiting for additional offers is seller’s choice
Dear Michael: My home is in escrow and my agent is telling me that I have to have a carbon monoxide detector present in...
Grant Deed Vs Quitclaim Deed
Dear Michael: My neighbor has agreed to sell to me his undeveloped lot adjacent to my home. We will handle this transaction ourselves. Which...
Zoning can affect property value
Dear Michael: we are purchasing a home. The escrow officer tells me that as part of the closing steps we need to record title...
Seller can withdraw from sale as long as counter offer has...
Dear Michael: I am interested in buying a home. Should I allow the listing real estate agent to represent me as well?
Answer: What you are...
Cut-off time for cancellation of escrow
Dear Michael: We are purchasing a new home and closing escrow next week. We have found issues with the home that were not disclosed...
