What are the potential hazards to watch out for when purchasing a home?

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Valeria Mola

SIB Realty - Miami, Sunny Isles Beach - Sunny Isles Beach, FL

305-607-0709 SIB Realty Condos for Sale and Rent

Great question and answers.

Nov 02, 2019 03:50 PM

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Bob Crane

Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI

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That's a huge question.

Jan 20, 2019 11:53 PM

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Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers

Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ

Coldwell Banker Realty

red flags

Nov 12, 2016 08:00 PM

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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

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Make sure you have clear contingencies on financing, appraisals and home inspections.

Aug 26, 2016 07:13 AM

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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA

https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA

Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Zombies and vampires! Seriously though, too many to list here. Once you get your license, team up with a seasoned professional to learn the more common ones in your market.

Nov 04, 2015 08:02 AM

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Gabe Sanders

Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL

Stuart Florida Real Estate

The list is too long to answer in this forum. And, one person's idea of a hazard can be another's desirable quality.

Nov 04, 2015 03:35 AM

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Gary Coles (International Referrals)

Venture Realty International - Las Vegas, NV

Latin America Real Estate

The list is very, very long. The best idea for you to learn is to read a lot of the posts here each day and to network with other agents. it takes time but you will soon have a huge list of hazards.

Nov 04, 2015 01:16 AM

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Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School

Rowlett Real Estate School - Panama City, FL

Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor

A big sink hole in the front yard.

Nov 04, 2015 12:52 AM

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Carol Williams

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Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

The hazards are too numerous to mention here. The biggest hazard is to those who are convinced they can save money by buying from a For Sale By Owner!

Nov 03, 2015 11:23 PM

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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041

ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL

Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Ceiling fans with less the 6 feet of clearance.

The list of hazards are limitless.

The hazards keep chaning suits.

Nothing works better at avoiding hazards than an expereinced guide.

Nov 03, 2015 10:56 PM

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Make sure you have clear contingencies on financing, appraisals and home inspections.
Zombies and vampires! Seriously though, too many to list here. Once you get your license, team up with a seasoned professional to learn the more common ones in your market.
The list is too long to answer in this forum. And, one person's idea of a hazard can be another's desirable quality.
The list is very, very long. The best idea for you to learn is to read a lot of the posts here each day and to network with other agents. it takes time but you will soon have a huge list of hazards.
The hazards are too numerous to mention here. The biggest hazard is to those who are convinced they can save money by buying from a For Sale By Owner!
Ceiling fans with less the 6 feet of clearance.

The list of hazards are limitless.

The hazards keep chaning suits.

Nothing works better at avoiding hazards than an expereinced guide.