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Septic tank care, information and types
"Best Practices and Preventive Maintenance for Wastewater Treatment Systems There are a number of do's and don'ts that will help ensure a long life and minimal maintenance for onsite systems. As a general rule, nothing should be disposed into any wastewater system that hasn't first been ingested, other than toilet tissue, mild detergents and wash water. Here are some additional guidelines: " read more...
Types of Home Construction
"From the solid construction of a concrete home to the rustic charm of a log home, you’ll find a variety of information on the different types of home building systems here. Learn about the benefits to building these types of homes like creating a space that’s healthier to live in and easier on the environment through easy to use documents, guides, and interactive tools. " read more...
Additions and Changes to the Lead Requirements.... Pre 1978 Construction
"Lead is a toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes. Lead also can be emitted into the air from motor vehicles and industrial sources, and lead can enter drinking water from plumbing materials. Lead may cause a range of health effects, from behavioral problems and learning disabilities, to seizures and death. Children six years old and under are most at risk. On March 31, 2008, EPA issued a new rule aimed at protecting children from lead-based paint hazards (79 pp, 847K). The rule requires contractors and construction professionals that work in pre-1978 housing or child-occupied facilities to follow lead-safe work practice standards to reduce potential exposure to dangerous levels of lead for children in places they frequent." read more...
Looking for Soil type information?
Know the soil type of the property your making an offer on, but don't know what that means? Looking for specific soil type? read more...
2009 Underground Oil Tank updates
"The Tanks Section is comprised of the Underground Storage Tank Program, Leaking Underground Storage Tank Program, and the Heating Oil Tank Program. We've provided links to DEQ's Above Ground Storage Tank plan review and approval program, and Water Quality's Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (septic systems) program for your convenience." read more...
Home warranty with that Purchase or Sale?
"To a homebuyer, a home warranty is much more than a piece of paper and it's a guarantee far greater than simple homeowner's insurance - it's a promise for a year of service and a year of stress-free memories in their new home. To a seller, an extended home warranty is a valuable asset in the sale of a home and allows your buyer to make complete service arrangements by simply calling one convenient toll free number. TWG Home Warranty Services, Inc. is one of the largest providers of Home Protection plans, selling and supporting hundreds of thousands of warranty policies annually, underwritten by Virginia Surety Company, Inc. rated A- (Excellent) by AM Best. Our products deliver more: Savings - by avoiding the high cost of repair with just one deductible per service call Peace of mind - covering all repair costs for protected items Convenience - providing immediate response by our network of local professional technicians Technology - by utilizing state-of-the-art technology to assure service exceeds customer expectations Value - evaluating each product regularly for value and pricing against industry competition, market trends and actuarial data " read more...
Other Consumer alerts
Links to Consumer Protection Information EPA provides "A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and your Home" Mold Information Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls and Notices Aluminum Wiring Hazards Fire Hazards in Federal Pacific Electric Panels Lead in Drinking Water Water Testing Advice Lightning Strike Risk Assessment, Protection System Information & Services The Septic Information Web site Underground Storage Tanks / Buried Oil Tanks ASHI Links to other sites useful to home buyers and owners read more...
Manufactured Structures in Oregon.... What to know when buying or selling.
When buying or selling a Manufactured structure in Oregon, you will need to know a couple of items: 1. Does the land under the dwelling go with the property or is it rented/leased/other? 2. Effective May 2005, Building Codes Division is responsible for maintaining ownership and siting information. Their number is 503-378-5975 or 503-373-1268 . 3. If the home is identified as real property and attached to land, how do I find out how many placements the home has had in its history, if any? 4. What are HUD numbers and where do I find them? Here are some other useful numbers: Construction Contractors Board 503-378-4621 Department of Energy -Information 503-378-6893 Department of Justice 503-378-4732 Building Codes Division-State of Oregon- Titling 503-378-4133 Department of Transportation – Transport 503-378-6192 Housing & Community Services – Information 503-986-2000 LCDC – Land Use Issues 503-373-0088 Manufactured Dwelling – Consumer Assistance 503-378-5975 Manufactured Housing Association 503-364-2470 Manufactured Parks Ombudsman– Park Issues 503-986-2016 read more...
Home Inspections, What are they looking for?
Home buyers:"A home inspection is one of most important steps in the home purchase process. HouseMaster‘s experience and written limited guarantee* make us a smart choice for anyone looking for a home inspection done right." Home sellers:"Ordering a home inspection BEFORE you list a home for sale is a great idea for people who are interested in getting to a closing quickly and with fewer surprises." read more...
 

Real Estate Dictionary


Radon Information .... -------------------------- 2010 Good Faith Estimate and RESPA Changes -------------------------------------------------------- How High Tech Is Your Home?

Carefully Chosen, Additional Information


As Real Estate Brokers are bound to not work outside of their scope of ability, Buyers are encouraged to perform due diligence prior to their purchase of any form of real estate to the extent that they are satisfied within their negotiated time line of this activity. The following information maybe pertinent to either buyers or sellers.

 



Oregon Real Estate Agency Disclosure Phamplet



Oregon Property Sellers Advisory

This document contains important information for sellers of Real Estate in the State of Oregon. A publication of the Oregon Real Estate Agency

Oregon Property Buyers Advisory

Contained in this document is important information for Buyers of Real Estate In the State of Oregon. A publication of the Oregon Real Estate Agency

The OREF Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement Informational brochure



An example of a seller's property disclosure statement



Looking for a rental or lease?

Here are a few numbers, websites, and ideas to get started.

Equal Opportunity In Housing Brochure



The new realities of insurance



Lead based paint brochure.... Is the property older than 1978?



Making Sense of Land Use Laws Before Closing

Making Sense of Land Use Laws Before Closing provided by Portland Metropolitan Association of Realtors April 6 2009

What Buyers and Sellers Should Know about Radon

EPA Brochure

Clackamas County Stimulus-$50,000. for buyers...



Buying a property with a septic tank? Installing one?



What size mortgage can I afford?



Buying a property or Selling a property with a well used for drinking water?

2010 New requirements for sellers to also test for Arsenic. See http://oregon.gov/DHS/ph/dwp/dwt.shtml for updated information as it appears.

How High Tech is the home?



How to hold a successful Garage Sale.... Perfect when selling your home.



2009-2010 Tax credit information



Quick overview of the types of Loans.



Navigating Short Sales: What to Do When the Sale Price Leaves You Short

Also discuss with your attorney, about the costs involved to you as the seller.

Vacant land- a buyers advisory



Condominium Resales- A buyer advisory




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