Inheriting real estate can be a daunting experience.

The process that precedes inheritance, whether the property is going through probate, is held in a trust, or is subject to a transfer on death affidavit or joint and survivorship deed, can seem full of bureaucratic headaches and confusing procedures.

This article aims to clear some of the fog surrounding the process of inheriting and then selling inherited real estate in Ohio.

Knowing what questions to ask a cash buyer you are considering working with, and understanding the reasons you are asking those questions, can mean the difference between a good and a terrible experience selling your home to a cash buyer.

This article aims to help you figure out whether the person you are talking to is worth working with, or is instead someone you should run away from as fast as you can.

This article will provide both sellers and buyers with a basic understanding of how a seller can arrange to stay in their home for a reasonable amount of time after selling. It will also highlight some of the main issues that need to be covered in a properly drafted post-sale occupancy agreement.

There are multiple paths you can take to sell your property, and the speed and efficiency of your sale will be directly affected by the path you choose. In this article we discuss several good options available to you, and explain how long it will take to sell your Ohio home depending on the choices you make.

Selling a tenant-occupied home in Ohio can be a real challenge, especially if you are trying to sell it quickly. Following these 4 rules can help improve your chances of a successful sale of your tenant-occupied property.

If your house smells terrible it can be very difficult to sell. Whether you want to sell quickly to a cash buyer or list your home on the market, this article will share what we have done and what you can do to successfully reduce some of the worst odors as you prepare your home for sale.

In this article, we share what we learned from purchasing a property adjacent to a gas station in Portage County, OH. Discover the unique considerations when selling a property near gas stations, dry cleaning facilities, or auto mechanics. Understand the impact of environmental contamination and find out about due diligence expectations, environmental site assessments, and how to prepare for a successful sale near sources of environmental contaminants.

If you're looking to sell your commercial property without a real estate agent, there are a few things you need to consider. While it may seem daunting, it's possible to successfully market and sell your property without the assistance of a broker. In this article, we'll explore the advantages and disadvantages of selling without an agent, as well as some marketing strategies you can use to attract potential buyers. We'll also cover how to value your property for a direct sale, and walk you through the commercial property transaction process.

Preparing your house for the POS inspection--by repairing items before an inspector identifies them on the inspection report--can not only save tens of thousands of dollars but also make it easier to sell your home.

We were recently touring a property and were considering buying it with an all-cash offer and a quick closing. The home needed a lot of work, but that is typical of the homes we buy.

As we walked into a large addition off the back of the home, we noticed a very unusual opening in the carpeted floor.

When we meet with sellers, we often find that they have been contacted by and/or received offers from wholesalers.

Wholesalers sometimes present themselves as buyers or investors (or state that they “work with/for investors”), but in reality they have no intention of purchasing your home.

We have all been hearing ad nauseum about interest rates, the Federal Reserve, recession fears, listings sitting longer than they used to, more buyer incentives being offered by sellers, and so on.

With this backdrop, what should you do to improve your home selling experience and your chances of getting the best price possible?

Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that getting a home loan is such a specialized service and/or so complicated that you need to accept the “standard” fees charged by the first lender or mortgage broker who speaks with you.

If you want to sell a property in Cleveland’s suburbs, you have likely heard of the point-of-sale inspection (“POS”).  Many cities in Greater Cleveland require homeowners to complete a point-of-sale inspection before the property can be sold.’

So what is a POS and how should you deal with it?

Many sellers who sell their property with a real estate agent are surprised when they walk away from the closing with less money than they anticipated. The most common reason for this surprise is a misunderstanding of the various expenses sellers incur in connection with a property sale.

In this article, we provide details on many of the costs a seller will be responsible for in connection with a sale, some of which will be fixed costs and others a percentage of the sale price. We also discuss how sellers can save on closing costs.

Receiving a fair cash offer for your property is great news for most homeowners, provided the buyer can show proof that they have the funds to pay for the property. Compared to an offer contingent on conventional or FHA financing, a cash offer provides sellers with more certainty that the sale will not only close but do so quickly without annoying roadblocks from lenders. The seller does not have to worry about the deal falling apart because the property does not appraise. And because no lenders are involved, the seller will not have to make any lender required repairs. In this article we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working with a cash buyer, when selling to a cash buyer is a good option, and how home sellers can find cash house buyers for their properties.

Tips for Greater Cleveland property owners on selling a home quickly in the current market