Common deal-killers include open Department of Buildings permits from old renovations, unresolved Environmental Control Board violations, unpaid water and sewer charges, mechanic's liens from contractors, boundary disputes, and unsatisfied judgments against the seller. Any cloud on title discovered late in the process shifts all leverage to the buyer and can force expensive escrow holdbacks or closing delays.
From the seller playbook: Title and Lien Risk Mitigation
This is general information, not legal, tax or accounting advice. Every situation is different. Talk to a licensed attorney, accountant or tax professional before you act.
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