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November 1, 2016

Buyer’s Agent Oath, Pre-Showing: “Honest, My Client Won’t Cancel!”

Guilty Until Proven Innocent? How do you know a would-be home seller has just suffered a rash of cancellations and no-shows? Their agent (known as the listing agent) grills the next couple Buyer’s agents trying to show the property. That can be by email, voicemail, text or even by requiring a “chaperoned showing”:  that is,...
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Exactly What’s “Limited” in a Limited Warranty Deed?

Edina Realty’s 2016 Realtor Continuing Education, Cont. [Editor’s Note:  The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.  If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] What does a former corporate attorney who’s been selling real estate for over 14...
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Why Upper Floor Condo’s Can Be a Better Deal, Fee-Wise, Than Lower Floor Ones

The Condo Association Fee Stealth Subsidy Question:  When does a $300,000 condo on the 2nd floor with a view of a parking lot pay the same monthly association fee as a $600,000 top-floor unit with skyline views? Answer:  when both units are the same size, and the condo association fees are determined by square feet....
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