Category: Condo
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Can Condo Buyers Freely Work in, Sell, and Rent Their Condos?
A condo for sale? That’s an opportunity for a buyer to acquire a deed, start building equity…and maybe even attain financial freedom. Some first-timer buyers who want a foothold on the ownership ladder jump on a condo listing for precisely that reason. To some, condo deeds represent long-term homes and investments. To others, condos are…
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Condo Shopping: Does My Agent Warn Me About HOA Red Flags?
Many of today’s buyers want condos. They’re compact and low-maintenance. Condos are cheaper, typically, than standalone homes. Still, it’s entirely possible to make a costly mistake by missing condo warning signs. Sometimes, a real estate agent notices things the buyer won’t. A good agent becomes that extra pair of eyes, extra ears and nose… Alert…
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If I Buy a Condo or Co-op, Do I Have to Interact With the Other Unit Owners?
Thinking of buying a unit at a condo or co-op? These options tend to be more affordable than freestanding houses. In some areas, they’re the ordinary person’s answer to the challenges of today’s real estate market. As a unit owner, you’re part of a homeowners’ association (HOA) or co-operative. Both have boards that run the…