What is an HOA? A Homeowner’s’ Association, known by the acronym HOA, is a formal legal entity created to govern the operation of a development and maintain the common areas of the property; they have the legal authority to enforce deed restrictions, rules and regulations. Most condominium complexes and many newer single family home subdivisions [...]
San Mateo Condos
- What is an HOA? What Does HOA Manage?
- The Costs of Condominium Ownership
- What Sellers Must Disclose to a Buyer about the HOA
- 20 Questions to Ask Before Buying a San Mateo Condo
- Do I Need a Pre-Approval Before I Look for a Condo?
The Costs of Condominium Ownership
Costs Associated with San Mateo Home Ownership In addition to the purchase price and closing costs, all real estate has costs associated with its upkeep. In the case of a San Mateo single family home you have to pay for repairs and maintenance, sometimes unexpectedly, such as, painting and lawn care, out of pocket or [...]
What Sellers Must Disclose to a Buyer about the HOA
Condominium Owners Have Unique Obligations Single Family Home Owners Do Not In San Mateo condominium transactions, a buyer is entitled to receive any and all information that materially affects the enjoyment and livability of the property. Owners in condominium community associations have unique obligations that single family home owners do not. As such, owners selling [...]
20 Questions to Ask Before Buying a San Mateo Condo
Buying a condominium in San Mateo involves asking lots of questions…and getting the answers. Who is Best Suited for San Mateo Condo Living? Buying a condominium is a great way for young families to get into the San Mateo real estate market. It’s also a good option for empty nesters or anyone wanting to downsize [...]
Do I Need a Pre-Approval Before I Look for a Condo?
The answer is yes, Yes and YES. Getting loan approval to buy a San Mateo County condominium is far, far more complicated and time consuming. Not only must you be credit approved by the lender, but the condo must be appraised and the condominium complex must be approved. If you are credit approved, the lender [...]
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