You’ve found the house of your dreams, and it’s within your price range. There’s only one catch: The home inspector found asbestos. It’s justifiable to be unnerved by a property that contains asbestos. After all, it’s a hazardous material that can potentially endanger you and your family. So, should you be deterred from the purchase, or should you buy a home containing asbestos? It all depends on what steps you intend to take to create a safe living space. [Read more…] about Should You Buy a Home Containing Asbestos?
Selling a Home
Selling a Home with Hazardous Materials
The process of selling (or buying) a home is a long and potentially nerve-wracking process. Not only is there the inevitable packing and cleaning, but the process of vetting and potentially remedying defects of a home can draw out the sale and put sellers in hot water if they fail to disclose. It’s important for sellers to understand what requirements they have to identify and disclose hazardous materials like asbestos, lead, and mold when selling a home, as well as what to expect from potential buyers. [Read more…] about Selling a Home with Hazardous Materials
Can You Sell a Home Containing Mold?
When you’re gearing up to sell your home, it can be a busy and nerve-wracking time. Not only do you need to pack up years of accumulated possessions and deal with the logistics of your new home, but you also have to get your old home ready for sale. Finding and fixings all the little problems, dings, and scratches are one thing, but it can be terrifying to find a major issue in your home. This article looks at what to do when you discover mold in the home selling process, and what you need to do about it before selling. [Read more…] about Can You Sell a Home Containing Mold?
