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The States Most at Risk for Winter Real Estate Scams

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Each year, the final months before Christmas spark a rush of real estate activity. Homeowners want to close quickly, buyers feel pressure to secure properties before travel and holidays, and emotions often run higher than usual. Unfortunately, this urgency creates the perfect environment for scammers. A new analysis from PPS House Buyers reveals which U.S. … Read more

Can I Sell My House While In Chapter 7 or 13 Bankruptcy?

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Filing bankruptcy is a stressful thing for anyone. Bankruptcy court and frightening letters from your lender can be too much to bear. With bankruptcy looming, it’s not uncommon to also be facing foreclosure. Bankruptcy proceedings can help halt bill collections, including your mortgage lender’s foreclosure actions. This means It is still possible to sell that … Read more

How to Sell a House As Is in Houston

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Wondering how to sell a house as is in Houston? We’ve got you covered.  PPS House Buyers is the authority when it comes to getting your house sold FAST, and rewarding you with the generous cash payment you deserve. Our team has years of experience working with homeowners in every type of situation – we … Read more

Sell Your Inherited House in Houston

Sell Your Inherited House in Houston

Inheriting a home from a loved one can be both a joyous event and a significant responsibility. Your decision to make changes must be thoughtfully undertaken as it will affect you and the generations coming behind you.  Depending on the circumstances, you might have multiple options on what you can do with the home—from renovations … Read more

How to Sell an Empty House: A Houston Guide for Vacant Properties

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Looking to sell a vacant house in Houston? You’re in the right place. TL;DR / Key Takeaways on Selling a Vacant House If you’re wondering how to sell an empty house or researching the pros & cons of selling a vacant house in Houston, the good news is that it’s more common than you think. … Read more

How to Sell a House With a Tax Lien in Houston — Even If You’re Behind on Property Taxes

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TL;DR / Key Takeaways on Selling When Behind on Taxes If you are behind on property taxes in Houston and wondering how to sell a house with a tax lien, the short answer is: yes, you often can sell. The process generally involves: Discovering all outstanding liens Calculating the full payoff (tax + penalties + … Read more

Can I Sell My Houston Home If I’m Behind On My Mortgage?

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This article discusses the difficulties faced by Houston homeowners who are having difficulty making their monthly payments.  We’ll show you how it’s possible to sell your home quickly for cash to avoid foreclosure. Let’s look at the key question… Can I Sell My Home If I’m Behind on My Mortgage? If you’re behind on your … Read more

What is a Mechanics Lien in Real Estate?

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Selling a property has always been a challenging endeavor, even for seasoned real estate professionals. When selling your property, it is a good practice to be diligent in researching the necessary information to ensure that the sale proceeds without a hitch. One particular aspect of property selling that becomes apparent during the process is the … Read more

Do I Have To Pay the Capital Gains Tax When I Sell My Home?

Do I Have to Pay the Capital Gains Tax When I Sell My Home?

It’s a good feeling when you’ve sold your house – you can relax, focus on finding a new home and hopefully walk away with extra cash in your pocket. However, some homeowners must deal with the IRS getting a cut of the sale, which makes the capital gains tax one of the biggest concerns when … Read more