personal property: Avoid Identity Theft - 10/11/10 05:34 AM
Your personal information is valuable, particularly to would-be thieves. Learn how to protect yourself and your personal information.

You lock your door when you leave your house; you hold your purse tightly on a busy street. You probably ask the neighbors to pick up your newspapers when you’re out of town.We all have certain habits to protect our personal possessions and avoid theft, but what about everyday practices to protect against identity theft?
Follow these best practices and get in the habit of protecting your personal information to avoid identity theft: Don’t carry more credit cards than you need. Shred … (3 comments)

personal property: What Does Buying A Home In "As Is" Condition Really Mean? - 06/06/09 08:14 AM
When you buy a piece of property in "as is" condition, it generally only refers to the condition of the real property you are purchasing.
Real property refers to the house and the land on which it sits. On the inside of the house, it would include any fixtures, which would be items like attached or built-in light fixtures or built-in bookcases that are permanently attached to the property. Heating and cooling systems are generally included as fixtures and some kitchen appliances are considered personal property, although in some areas of the country, home sellers take some or all of the … (0 comments)

personal property: Contracts Should State What Appliances Come With Home Buying - 03/30/09 06:26 AM
When you're buying a home you decide you want to include certain appliances in your home purchase. To ensure that you get the appliances you want they should be listed in your home buying contract. If the appliances, such as a pellet stove, aren't listed in the contract, the seller may be able to remove them before giving you, the buyer, possession of the home.
Question: When we made the offer on a house, it had a new pellet stove. The sellers said that they were taking it with them. We said that it is attached and that we wanted it. … (1 comments)

 
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