Author: Gary Parker

A hole with a new septic tank sitting in it.

Selling a House With a Pump Septic Tank – Is it Hard?

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If you live in a home in a rural area of Utah, then you may be one of the 60+ million people in America who rely on a pump septic tank for home wastewater treatment. Unfortunately, a septic system can carry some negative biases and scare off potential buyers. Avoid the struggle of selling a … Continued
A newer house with a for sale sign in front of it.

How Long Does Foreclosure Take in Utah?

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For some homeowners, foreclosure is an unfortunate reality. It is usually one that’s entirely outside of their control. But how long does foreclosure take in Utah? It will actually vary depending on any number of circumstances. Here’s what you should know about what to expect from the foreclosure process. How Long Does Foreclosure Take in … Continued
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Can a Child be Responsible for Parents Debt

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Inheriting Family Debt The loss of a loved one is never an easy event, no matter how long you’ve prepared for it. But what happens when you are inheriting family debt? As the age old adage says, only two things are certain in life: death and taxes. While death may be an inevitable fact, it … Continued
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Accepting Backup Offers vs Pending

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Contingency versus Pending Transactions It can be a bit confusing when the subject of contingent versus pending comes up during a real estate transaction. A contingency is a condition that has to be met for contract to move forward, while a pending contract is one in which all the contingencies have been met. A contingency … Continued
A Tree Fell & Smashed a Roof and part of a house wall.

What to do if a Tree Falls on Your House

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What happens when that big beautiful tree in your yard turns into a big, terrifying problem? What if a tree falls on your house? If you’re dealing with a tree falling on your house then you’ll need to take action quickly to salvage your roof and home. When a Tree Falls on Your House: What … Continued

Reviews of 6 House Buying Companies – National and Local

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Companies that buy houses fast for cash is not something you get when working with a traditional bank lender. National and local house buying companies can dramatically accelerate the sale of your house. This is a good place to start looking for companies that buy houses and the companies that buy houses reviews. What are … Continued
How Can I Sell My House to a Bank Living in Utah?

Can You Purposely Default on Mortgage Payments?

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Have you ever wondered if you could just purposely default on mortgage payments? When your mortgage payments become too much, or the upkeep of your home has you spiraling into debt, it can sound appealing to just give your house back to the bank and move on, free and clear. Unfortunately the process isn’t that … Continued

Is Radon Testing Required to Sell a Home?

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Back in 2014 the Utah Association of Realtors added checking for radon on their Buyer Due Diligence Checklist. This may seem superfluous to some, but as a dangerous carcinogen that can sneak into your home without notice it’s important to check for radon before selling or buying a home. What is Radon and How Does … Continued
Can I Sell My House With a Tax Lien in Utah?

Can I Sell My House With a Tax Lien in Utah?

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Are you swimming in debt? Do you have a tax lien placed on your house? If you’re not sure what to do, how to get rid of the lien or know if you can sell your house with a tax lien, then read on to see all your options and start looking forward to a … Continued