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role during the escrow process should be an active one.
Don’t wait for the seller to volunteer information
– stay on top of it yourself and take reasonable
care, along with me, your real estate agent, to protect
yourself.
For example, when you review the Transfer and Disclosure
Statement (“TDS”) keep an eye out for questions
answered "unknown" or left unanswered. Ask
about them until you are satisfied with the answers.
Let's talk about your specific concerns or plans for
the San Jose property. Concerned about the open parcel
behind the house? Ask about it!
You may also wish to investigate the following other
non-physical conditions, including:
• Governmental zoning, requirements and limitations
• Governmental permits, inspections or certificates
• Limitations, restrictions and requirements affecting
use of the property
• Rent and occupancy control
• Schools
• Proximity and adequacy of law enforcement, crime
statistics, proximity of registered sex offenders (see
section on Megan’s Law) and other criminals
• Proximity to fire, police and other services
• Proximity to commercial, industry or agricultural
activities
• Existing and proposed transportation, construction
and development, which may affect noise, view or traffic,
airport noise, or odor
• Wild and domestic animals, other nuisances,
hazards or circumstance
For Further Protection – Home Warranties Home
warranties have become a more popular option on homes
for sale. For protection you may wish to have a home
warranty that either you or the seller pays for. (It’s
negotiable.) Warranties range in price from $300 - $600
and, for a fixed rate, and generally cover limited aspects
including plumbing, electrical, pest control and a host
of other related areas. If you have a problem, generally
you’ll pay $35-$50 to have a professional come
out inspect and fix problems that are covered. Warranty
agents typically are on hand 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week to take your calls in emergencies.
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us for more info on buyer responsibilities in San Jose
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