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  1. I put a lot of money into a house that the contractor can't complete. How do I get my money back?

    Reader Question: My son was buying a home that the owner/contractor was to rehab. The deal started in June 2013 and due to issues he still has not completed the building. In December, the new septic did not pass inspection; therefore we ended the deal. I put a deposit down on the house, paid for hardwood […]

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  2. How can one tell if one run-down area is best?

    Reader Question: How can one tell if one run-down area is best? A friend and I are going to buy an old home and remodel it to rent out. We have a limited budget, so we are looking in areas where prices are lower. Are there any strategies or tips for buying and renovating houses […]

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    Income Properties
  3. How do I get a realtor to search multiple neighborhoods and areas?

    Reader Question: Monty, I am pre-qualified by a lender for a mortgage loan for $200,000. I work in one of the country’s largest cities and commute to work. I have a good and secure job. I want to look at cost, safety, neighborhood amenities and convenience to public transportation, as they are different in every suburb. […]

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  4. What are the pros and cons of building a home against buying a used home?

    Reader Question: I live in a city of about 300,000 people where real estate prices are high. There is a short supply of both low and mid-priced homes here. The situation is complicated further with a shortage of affordable rentals. However, there is an ample vacant land supply surrounding the area. Improved lots sell for anywhere from […]

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    Gathering Information
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