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February 02, 2017

Buying or Selling a Home

 

 

Buying or Selling Your Home

 

For many Americans, a home is their largest purchase. Frequently, home buyers borrow funds to make the purchase and repay what they owe over a 15-, 20-, or 30-year term as part of a mortgage agreement. Given the substantial amounts and length of the commitment involved, it is particularly important to know your legal rights and responsibilities when entering into such transactions.  

 

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TOPICS
Basics of Buying a Home
Basics of Selling a Home
Why Real Estate Is Covered by Special Laws
The Role of Real Estate Brokers
The Purchase Contract
Financing a Home Purchase
The Closing
The Fair Housing Act
Where to Get More Information



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