Start with a general home inspection and a termite report, then add roof, sewer, pool, chimney or foundation checks as the property calls for it.
Real Estate Questions
Yes. Getting pre-approved before touring homes shows what you can borrow and makes your offer credible. See how pre-approval works and what to bring.
An agent is a licensed salesperson who works under a broker. A broker holds a higher license. Realtor is a trade association membership, not a license.
A contingency lets a California home buyer cancel or renegotiate if a condition is not met. See how inspection, appraisal and loan contingencies work.
Yes. A tenant-occupied home can be sold in California. A lease generally survives the sale, and ending a tenancy must follow state and local law.
Most financed home purchases in California close escrow in roughly 30 to 45 days, and cash can be faster. See the steps and what causes delays.
To sell an inherited California house, confirm how title passes (probate or trust), who has authority to sell, then prepare, price and list the home.
Selling a house as-is can make sense when repairs are not practical, but it usually affects price and you must still disclose known material facts.
How long it takes to sell a house depends on price, condition, location, season and the market, plus an escrow of roughly 30 to 45 days if financed.
Wildfire risk affects insurance, seller disclosures and what to inspect on a hillside home in Southern California. Get insurance quotes early.