| Manufactured Homes |
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| In years past, manufactured homes were referred to as "mobile homes," and, in fact, many people continue to refer to manufactured homes as such today. In the year 1980, the United States Congress adopted the phrase "manufactured homes" to describe a type of factory-built home that was required to conform to certain standards developed by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).More... |
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| Closing Costs |
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| For most of us, obtaining a mortgage loan is a very significant financial transaction. The issue of closing costs, whether the mortgage is for the purchase of a new house or to re-finance an existing obligation, is extremely important. In fact, the closing costs on a single real estate transaction can be several thousand dollars. While the items included as closing costs and the amount charged therefor differs from state to state, there are some closing costs attributable to nearly every mortgage loan. The closing costs fall into three specific categories: title fees, government fees, and the costs of obtaining the mortgage itself.More... |
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| Mold in the Home - Overview |
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| Molds may cause a wide range of health problems. If a person is sensitive, he or she may experience some type of allergic reaction if mold is touched or inhaled.More... |
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| Legal Research on Real Estate Law |
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| Today, more so than ever before, non-lawyers have occasion to conduct legal research. A question involving real estate law may provide such an opportunity. The process can be quite daunting.More... |
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| The Statute of Frauds |
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| A "statute of frauds" refers to a statute that requires certain types of contracts to be in writing and signed by all parties in order to be enforceable. The matter is largely one of state law and state law varies from state to state.More... |
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