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DC Tax Abatement

DC Tax Abatement Program

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Also known as DC’s Lower-Income Homeownership Exemption Program, it provides an exemption from the DC 1.1% (or 1.45% depending on the purchase price) Recordation Tax and an allowable credit from the seller(s) of 1.1% (or 1.45% depending on...

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What Is Title Insurance?

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When a buyer puts in an offer to purchase a house, the buyer wants to ensure that the property is free and clear of title defects.  However, even the most diligent search of public records could fail to disclose several title issues.  A simple...

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AfBAs And MSAs Are Bad For Consumers

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Written by: Tyler J. Turner, Executive Director of the Utah Association of Title Professionals In a case of legislative railroading spurred on by national real estate brokerages, Utah lawmakers cast aside a longstanding consumer protection...

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