What Paperwork Do I Need to Sell a House?
When selling your house, there is a good amount of paperwork involved. Advance planning can help you reduce the stress associated with selling your home. Depending on whether you will sell the house yourself or get a Realtor will affect the paperwork involved. Either way, the basic paperwork will remain the same.
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Property Disclosure
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The property disclosure details any upgrades and repairs that you have made to your home. It also includes a detailed history of the house, including damages, square footage and property taxes paid.
Financial Records
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These include any debt secured by your home.
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Property Tax Records
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Records of tax payments on the house and any pending property taxes.
Title
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You will need the title of your home to prove ownership.
Homeowner's By-Laws
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If you live in a neighborhood with housing by-laws, prepare a copy of those and any other pertinent information related to the neighborhood association.
Inspections
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If you opt to get your house inspected, include copies of the inspection.
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