House For Sale By Owner Forms Without In King
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A property should never be transferred to a family member for sale proceeds that are less than the fair market value (“FMV”) of the property. Doing so would trigger double taxation, where both the transferor and the recipient can be taxed on the same growth.
To transfer a house to a family member, you'll need to complete a deed of transfer, have it signed and witnessed, and then register the change with the Land Registry. Consider consulting a solicitor to ensure all legal and tax aspects are covered.
Hire A Real Estate Agent For Professional Help Hiring a real estate agent or real estate attorney can help iron out the process for both parties. They can enforce contracts and fees, draw up the paperwork, identify required property disclosures, review important documents and ensure the home sells at fair market value.
You're not required to hire a real estate agent to sell your home in California. But selling without one involves a lot of work and a big time commitment. While selling by owner spares you from paying the commission of a seller's agent, you'll still be responsible for the buyer's agent's commission.
