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BUYING A HOME Disclosure, negotiating terms, financing, inspection, legal documents...selling or buying a home is an intimidating, complex process. Are you ready? Read the information below, then call a REALTOR® to help make your transaction as smooth as possible.  REALTORS® adhere to a strict Code of Ethics. The Code of Ethics is one of the oldest professional codes of conduct in the world, and it is the hallmark of the REALTOR® organization. Only REALTORS® are required to follow the Code of Ethics. When dealing in real estate, only deal with a REALTOR®! REALTORS® are real estate professionals who have chosen to join the National Association and abide by its strict Code of Ethics. What does this mean to you? What is a REALTOR®? Why Use a REALTOR®? REALTORS® Pledge of Performance and Service Ten Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Real Estate Agent BUYER RESOURCES First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Time is running out for taking advantage of the Federal tax credit for first-time homebuyers! The last day for closing is November 30, 2009. Housing Market Facts – Is an interactive page from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® in English and Spanish designed to provide the viewer with up-to-date information on the benefits of owning a home. The viewer can also find current advocacy issues that effect the market, review market conditions anywhere in the U.S., view financing options, plus there are downloads and links for in-depth research. 10 Steps to Homeownership 100 Questions and Answers About Buying a New Home The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) answers many of the most common questions. Buyer Advisory A wealth of information about issues that may be important in a real estate transaction. Buyer Resources Check out these informational sources of interest to home buyers. Home Buyer's Checklist Use this list to get the information you need before you make an offer. Homebuyers - Read Those Documents! NAR Guide to Home Buying Real Estate Terminology - Speaking of Real Estate TOOLS Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Outdoor air quality, water quality, underground pollution...Do you know if your home is safe from environmental concerns? Environmental Protection Agency ~ Mold Resources Learn how to determine if there is a mold problem in the home and whom to contact. Frequently Asked Questions Some of the most common questions we receive and our responses. Pool Barrier Information Drowning is a serious threat to children in Arizona. Arizona law requires a barrier between the house and pool in certain situations. Educate yourself on the legal requirements in Arizona and in your city/county. HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS Whether the home is in a planned community or a condominium complex, there are laws governing how HOAs operate. Knowing what is in the Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) prior to purchasing a home in an HOA will help you make the right decision for your lifestyle. FAQs about SB 1062: The HOA For Sale Sign Legislation Condominium and Planned Community Hearing Office Homeowners' Associations and the Law in Arizona HOAs in Arizona are regulated by statute. Questions about Homeowners' Associations? Resale of Units in a Planned Community Arizona Revised Statutes Title 33, Chapter 16, explains what information is required by law to be given to the prospective buyer and when.
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