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Real Estate Contracts >The Sales Price

After your search for a house and all the negotiations are over, you arrive at the the sales price. Finally, you feel some certainty about your bottom line. However, it is not unusual for there to be disagreements about what is included in the sales price. Careful drafting of the paperwork can help to avoid future disputes.

The following definitions may help. Real property is land and any permanent attachments, such as buildings, landscaping and fences. Personal property consists of movable possessions, such as furniture and clothing. A fixture is defined as an item of personal property which has become part of the real property by virtue of becoming permanently attached, such as a new sink, a Jacuzzi, or a chandelier.

The principal area of dispute about the sales price often relates to fixtures. Most preprinted real estate contracts will provide space for the fixtures to be listed. Whether you are selling or buying, you should make use of this space. Do not assume curtains, satellite discs, antennas or fireplace equipment come with the house. You should also make it very clear what you don't want left on the property. If you are specific about every item that may be questionable, you will greatly reduce the chances of a dispute after the closing.

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Q	What does the term Curb Appeal mean?
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Laura J. Durham GRI, CRS, CBA, CDPE, CIAS
Mill Pond Realty Inc.
747 Water Street
P.O. Box 1093
Saugatuck, MI. 49453
269-857-1477
616-836-0113
Fax: 269-857-6155
Email: millpondrealty@NUMBER1EXPERT.com

As the founder and owner of Mill Pond Realty, Laura Durham prides herself and company in offering award winning services. Smart Money Magazine, published by the Wall Street Journal, Business Week and Where to Retire, chose Mill Pond Realty and Laura Durham as The Best Choice when considering an investment in the greater Saugatuck-Douglas area. Laura has earned the designations of GRI, CRS and CBA. Currently, Laura is the Chairperson of the all important Grievance Committee a job she performs very well. Her community involvement has been extensive an active member of the Holland Chamber of Commerce, Saugatucks Sparkle Lighting Member, two local churches, a participating member of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Saugatuck area Business Association, past director for Heritage Home, Habitat for Humanity, Arts Councils, St. Jude Research Hospital, American Cancer Society, Special Olympics, Hospice and more. Laura is an accomplished Broker Licensed since 1982 ... Local experience and Knowledge make all the difference.

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