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Here in one complete source are all of the standard real estate forms needed for most standard real estate transactions. From Agreements to Sell Real Estate to Warranty Deeds, over hundreds of useful forms are presented in this valuable reference. The language in these forms has been simplified and complete instructions for their use are included. An appendix includes state-by-state listings of real estate laws and requirements. Includes all forms on a CD in both text and PDF formats.
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ISBN: 978-1-892949-49-3
Pages: 256
Format: Book with Forms-on-CD
Price: $29.95
Table of Contents [click to show]
Table of Contents
List of Forms-on-CD 9
Chapter 1 Using Real Estate Forms 12
How to Use This Book 13
Installation Instructions for the Forms-on-CD 14
Instructions for Using Forms-on-CD 15
To Access Adobe? PDF Forms 16
To Fill in Forms in the Adobe Acrobat Reader? Program 16
To Access and Complete the Text Forms 17
Technical Support 18
Chapter 2 The Homebuying Process 19
Participants in the Homebuying Process 19
Using a Real Estate Professional 20
Are You Ready to Buy? 20
Understanding Mortgage Math 22
Fixed Rate vs. Adjustable Rate 24
Buydown vs. Graduated Payment Mortgage (GPM) 25
Interest Rates and Points 25
Mortgage Payment Calculator Chart 26
hoosing the Best Loan 26
Loan Application 27
Checking Your Credit Record 29
Homeowner's Tax Benefits 30
Cash Requirements 30
Allowable Sources for Down Payment 32
Mortgage Insurance 33
Government Loan Programs 34
Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Loans 34
Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Loans 36
Finding the Perfect Home 37
Using a Home Inspector 38
Homebuying Worksheet 39
Making an Offer on a Home 39
At Your Closing 41
Homeowner's Insurance 42
Homebuyer's Rights 43
Homebuying Worksheet (form) 45
Chapter 3 Sales of Real Estate 47
Agreement to Sell Real Estate 48
Contract for Deed (Installment Sales Contract) 50
Declaration of Intention to Forfeit and Terminate Contract for Deed 52
Option to Buy Real Estate 53
Offer to Purchase Real Estate 54
Lead Warning Statement 55
Federal Lead Warning Brochure 56
Appraisal Report 56
Appraisal Affidavit 56
Sample Forms 58
Chapter 4 Real Estate Disclosure Forms 75
Basic Real Estate Disclosure Statement 76
Sample Form 79
Chapter 5 Real Estate Closing Documents 84
Affidavit of Title 85
HUD Settlement Statement 86
Quitclaim Deed 86
Warranty Deed 87
Sample Forms 88
Chapter 6 Leases of Real Estate 96
Credit/Rental Application 97
Move In/Move Out Checklist and Acknowledgment 98
Residential Lease 99
Month to Month Rental Agreement 100
Commercial Lease 102
Lease with Purchase Option 103
Amendment of Lease 104
Extension of Lease 105
Mutual Termination of Lease 106
Assignment of Lease 106
Consent to Assignment of Lease 107
Sublease 107
Consent to Sublease of Lease 108
Notice of Rent Default 108
Notice of Breach of Lease 109
Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate 109
Landlord's Notice to Terminate Lease 110
Final Notice Before Legal Action 111
Notice of Lease 111
Receipt for Lease Security Deposit 112
Rent Receipt 112
Sample Forms 113
Chapter 7 Sale of Personal Property 141
Contract for Sale of Personal Property 141
Bill of Sale, with Warranties 142
Bill of Sale, without Warranties 142
Bill of Sale, Subject to Debt 143
Sample Forms 144
Chapter 8 Real Estate Contract Modification Forms 148
Addendum to Contract 148
Extension of Contract 149
Modification of Contract 149
Termination of Contract 150
Assignment of Contract 150
Consent to Assignment of Contract 151
Notice of Assignment of Contract 151
Notice of Breach of Contract 152
Sample Forms 153
Chapter 9 Signatures and Notary Acknowledgments 161
Corporate Acknowledgment 162
Corporate Signature Line 163
Partnership Acknowledgment 163
Partnership Signature Line 163
Limited Liability Company Acknowledgment 163
Limited Liability Company Signature Line 163
Sole Proprietorship Acknowledgment 163
Sole Proprietorship Signature Line 163
Power of Attorney Acknowledgment 164
Power of Attorney Signature Line 164
Individual Acknowledgment 164
Individual Signature Line 164
Husband and Wife Acknowledgment 164
Husband and Wife Signature Line 164
Sample Forms 165
Chapter 10 Powers of Attorney 172
Unlimited Power of Attorney 173
Limited Power of Attorney 174
Revocation of Power of Attorney 176
Sample Forms 177
Chapter 11 Releases 190
General Release 190
Mutual Release 191
Specific Release 191
Sample Forms 192
Chapter 12 Liens 195
Claim of Lien 195
Waiver and Release of Lien 1967 Sample Forms 198
Chapter 13 Real Estate Financing Documents 202
Chapter 14 Miscellaneous Real Estate Documents 204
Declaration of Homestead 204
Easement and Right of Way Agreement 205
Sample Forms 206
Appendix of State Real Estate Laws 210
Glossary of Legal and Real Estate Terms 246
Index 253
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