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The seller is responsible for the maintenance of the property, any repairs and for paying property taxes and insurance, the same as any landlord. The seller also gets to deduct those costs, as well as any mortgage interest, on his or her tax returns.

Yes, the name of the buyer can be changed using an addendum to the purchase agreement, and an amendment to the escrow instructions so that the escrow company can prepare a new grant deed with the correct vesting information.

If the buyer has not made all the payments and defaults on the land contract, the seller may be able to file a "land contract forfeiture" in court. Depending on the ruling, the seller may be able to keep all the money already paid to him as well as retaining the rights to the property.

Common law remedies - damages A party who has breached a contract for the sale of land is liable to pay at least nominal damages, even if no loss has been caused.

A land contract is often viewed as a way to "pay down the purchase price" before obtaining a regular mortgage to buy the property outright. Often, the terms of the contract will call for 5-10 years of regular payments, concluding with a balloon payment for the balance of the mortgage.

Standard contingencies include things like a buyer's inspection of the house and satisfaction with the condition that the house is in. Contingencies such as these are often considered a matter of course and their presence within a purchase agreement will likely not be contested.

Yes. With the right circumstances and a fair document, a land contract (sometimes called a contract for deed) can be a great way to transfer real estate when traditional financing is not available.