AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS | MARCH 2, 2022
Seek legal help in cases of property title disputes
4082 sqft 5 bedrooms, 4 baths
John prevail in court? In these types of property disputes, the court is going to review the facts carefully. Several arguments can be asserted in these kinds of disputes. If the parties had a written agreement or memorandum of understanding regarding the property, that could impact the outcome of the dispute. Even in the absence of a written
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Test! Test! Test. Operate and test these crucial items: • Windows – open and close each and test locks • Flush all toilets and run all faucets • Run any ceiling or bathroom fans • Try all light switches • Open and close garage doors manually and with the remote, then test the reverse safety setting • Confirm weather stripping on doors is
intact • Ensure that downspouts are properly diverting water away from the home • Check to make sure the HVAC ducts are connected in the attic • Check that fan vents/ducts are properly venting out of the attic
Check safety and security items: • Test the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors • Replace batteries in the detectors • Have a fire extinguisher available • Cap open gas lines • Exterminate bugs or rodents • Take time to repair: • Replace light bulbs • Re-caulk around bathtubs and sinks • Repair any water damage in bathrooms • Remove any drain clogs • Update any dingy grout
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Make exterior improvements: • Sweep/blow debris off the roof • Trim trees that are touching the house or hanging over the roof line and clean out gutters • Clear debris from around the A/C compressor, downspout drainage, and crawlspace vents • Slope soil away from the home for water runoff Day of inspection: • Plan to leave your home 30 minutes to 1 hour early. Plan on being gone for a minimum of 4 hours a typical home inspection
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• Replace torn screens and cracked windows • Replace any damaged/missing roofing
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their inspection. Here are some top items to clean that can give sparkling results: • Empty storage from the attic • Clean/replace the HVAC filter • Clean stove and oven • Organize any closets that are access points to your attic or crawl space • Clear space around the perimeter of your home’s exterior
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Clean and declutter. This is first and foremost! The more decluttered, the more the inspector can see and access during
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re you thinking of selling your home in the next few months? Finding the perfect Realtor to help you with your sale is the first big step. Getting your home ready is the next big step. There’s a bit of work to do before that ‘For Sale’ sign goes up and prospective buyers take a look and then have their Home Inspector take an even closer look! Below are some “Honey Do’s” that will ensure a smooth inspection and could divert any last-minute repair requests from your buyers…
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BY TIM O’NEALL AFN Guest Writer
consideration for his property, that fact by itself does not necessarily warrant a court invalidating the property transfer. Barbara, on her end, could claim fraud or duress, but she would be required to prove that John duped and/or forced her into transferring the property interest to him and make out her fraud or duress claims. Barbara may also claim that John was unjustly enriched and that it would be inequitable for him to retain title under the circumstances. Barbara also could claim contribution or reimbursement for the monies expended towards the property after the parties became co-tenants. It is important to understand the parties’ legal rights in this situation because the prevailing party in a quiet title dispute has the right to request reimbursement
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he following situation is not uncommon: John and Barbara get engaged and live together. The home the couple lives in is titled in Barbara’s name. Before the wedding, Barbara conveys the property to John and Barbara as tenants in common. John does not contribute any money to the property and Barbara is still the sole mortgagor making the monthly mortgage payments. Several months after the title transfer, John and Barbara call off the wedding. To Barbara’s chagrin, when she asks John to convey back his 50% interest in the property to Barbara, John requests to be “bought out” for fair market value. Can John legally make this request, and will
agreement, the parties may claim an implied agreement existed. Placing John on title may create a rebuttable presumption of ownership. When a deed is unambiguous, a court might decide not to look at other evidence outside of the actual deed instrument. On the other hand, evidence outside the deed could be considered by the court and could alter the outcome of the dispute. Further, in this type of factual scenario, it is not entirely clear whether John paid any consideration for the property. John could cite to other acts of kindness and claim they were consideration for the property transfer. Even assuming John did not pay any
Sellers should follow these home inspection tips
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BY BEN GOTTLIEB AFN Guest Writer
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