| Insuring Your Property Against Damage |
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| A property owner can obtain insurance to protect against damage or loss to real estate as well as to the personal property that may be located on that real estate. The typical types of insurance that are available to protect an insured against direct loss to the property include homeowner's insurance, fire and catastrophe insurance, and consequential loss insurance. More... |
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| A Neighbor's Barking Dog |
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| The regulation of noise from pets is governed by state and local law. The laws vary widely and must be consulted individually for further details. Generally speaking, however, most localities have laws in place that set forth restrictions as to barking dogs. More... |
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| Title Insurance |
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| By the terms of a real estate contract, a seller agrees to convey clear title to a buyer. As a condition of being approved for a mortgage to buy the property, the buyer's lender usually requires the buyer to purchase a lender's insurance policy, which is paid for when the real estate transaction closes. Every closing is conditioned on proof of the seller's ability to convey clear title, the release of prior encumbrances, and the ability of the buyer's lender to have a superior interest in the property to be conveyed. More... |
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| Termite Inspections |
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| In residential real estate transactions, it is not uncommon for standard contracts to contain a clause that makes the buyer's consummation of the transaction contingent upon the home passing a termite inspection. More... |
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| Boundary Fences and Disputes between Neighbors |
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| Most people hope to live harmoniously with their neighbors. Sometimes, however, disputes arise due to varying lifestyles. More... |
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