Did you see our social media posts about real estate industry jargon? Here’s a handy glossary – from A to Z- to help you understand some key terms: A – Abstract of Title An Abstract of Title is a detailed document that outlines the history of a...
Understanding the mechanics of loan assumptions and the role of escrow is crucial for home purchasers when navigating a transaction involving a conventional or VA loan assumption. A loan assumption occurs when a buyer takes over the seller’s existing mortgage...
A smooth property closing process is the goal for all parties involved and understanding how final utility payments are handled is important. In the State of Washington, unpaid utility charges can become liens on the property, rather than attaching to the owner of the...
As a real estate professional, you do your best to educate and protect your clients from fraud and scams. You watch for anything suspicious, such as requests to sell a property below market value, communication only through electronic means, or requests for a...
A seller wrap real estate transaction, also known as a wraparound mortgage or simply a “wrap,” is a type of creative financing arrangement used in real estate transactions. In a seller wrap transaction, the seller acts as the lender, offering financing to...
