| Real Estate Broker and Agent -- Definitions and Licensing |
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| Real estate agents are sales persons who usually work for a broker in exchange for a portion of the commission earned by the agent on a sale or purchase of real estate. Brokers usually work out of an independent business and arrange for sales of real estate. More... |
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| Lead Hazards |
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| The issue of lead hazards is of particular concern with regard to dwellings built prior to 1978. In fact, the presence of lead, lead dust, or lead-based paint chips, presents serious hazards to children, as well as adults. More... |
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| Carbon-Monoxide Poisoning |
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| Every year, numerous people suffer ill health effects as the result of carbon-monoxide poisoning. More... |
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| Restrictive Covenants |
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| Restrictive covenants are deed provisions that set forth a unique set of rules applicable to given properties. Often the original builder or developer implements the restrictive covenants when a neighborhood is first developed. Generally speaking, the purpose of restrictive covenants is to ensure a standardized appearance for a specific area. Another purpose of restrictive covenants is to control specified activities within the area. More... |
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| Residential Real Estate Sales -- The Final Walk-Through |
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| In connection with a residential real estate sale, it is not uncommon for a buyer to "walk through" the house one or more times before the closing takes place.
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