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Helpful links for homebuyers

Discover external links to websites with valuable information. Find other useful lists and links at the bottom of this page. District of Columbia Dept. of Housing & Community Development Homestead Deduction First-time homebuyer tax...

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Power of Attorney pitfalls

In my 18 years as a settlement attorney, I can point to an improper Power of Attorney (POA) form as one of the most common causes of a delayed closing.You have no doubt encountered clients who are too busy or physically unable to make...

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TOPA requirements for closing

In addition to providing Federal Title & Escrow Company with evidence of proper and timely notices to tenant(s) in accordance with Title IV of D.C. Law 3-86, "RENTAL HOUSING CONVERSION AND SALE ACT OF 1980 (a.k.a. TOPA)," Federal Title...

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DC landlord / tenant information

Under the Rental Housing Conversion and Sales Act (hereinafter the "Act"), [1] District of Columbia residential tenants have unusual rights.Unlike other jurisdictions, before an owner of a housing accommodation [2] may sell the accommodation,...

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