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Mold Removal, Remediation and Inspection

When preparing to sell a home, one potential disaster affecting loft and condo real estate transactions more and more frequently is mold, mildew and other fungus. #mold #removal

Normally, one might expect to see the steps reversed from the way they are listed in the title of this article.  Inspection first, and then remediation and removal.  But, for real estate, we want to avoid the need for mold inspection, and to avoid the high cost of licensed mold remediation.  This post is written from the point of view of sellers and their listing agents when selling a home.

Rule number one with mold is: Do not let it happen in the first place. Repair all leaks or moisture problems early before mold and water damage can occur.  Secondly, if any leaks, moisture issues, water damage or water stains are apparent, then dry thoroughly (also remove and prevent any source or cause of moisture), clean thoroughly and/or sand with sandpaper, treat with a highly rated household antifungal spray such as Concrobium Mold Control Household Cleaners and dry, and then paint or seal the surface. Then double check to ensure that the moisture problem is taken care of at its source.

These steps will help to make home inspections go more smoothly, and may prevent the necessity of expensive mold inspections, delays and very expensive licensed mold remediation. #remediation #inspection

Sellers are concerned about making buyers happy, and want to provide a clean, safe property and transaction of excellent value and satisfaction. While the state of California does not recommend or require licensed testing or remediation of mold, licensed home inspectors will recommend mold inspection when they suspect the possibility of mold. Home sellers want to take reasonable steps to deliver the property in a state that is free from the presence of unusual water damage, dampness, visible mold or mold odor. Sellers should have under-sink and air intake areas cleaned, treated and painted when water damage or moisture are apparent. Sellers sometimes need to offer to credit buyers toward some or all of licensed remediation when home buyers demand it.   Take the steps mentioned in this article to help avoid an expensive outcome whenever possible.

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How to Get into Escrow and Close Successfully in Downtown Los Angeles

Mills Act Loft For Sale with Private Balcony
Mills Act Loft For Sale with Private Balcony

Some happy home buyers just got into escrow with the best deal on a Downtown loft with a balcony at the Eckardt Building. Escrow generally refers to money held by a trusted third-party on behalf of transacting parties, and to the process of smoothly bringing together all of the paperwork and payments required to change property ownership. For Downtown homes, it is helpful if the escrow company is familiar with commercial and industrial loft conversions, as they may require some extra steps and expertise for a smooth transaction.  |  Avoid Common Downtown Disasters   #escrow #dtla #lofts

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Getting into escrow is a key goal for both buyers and sellers.  It is often the happiest part of a real estate transaction because the light can be seen at the end of the long real estate transaction tunnel. Buyers and sellers are often happiest at the beginning of escrow because they typically face challenges before and later during escrow with hurdles that still must be overcome such as inspections, further negotiations and delays in obtaining the home financing and closing.  | Recently SOLD in Downtown Los Angeles

The very first part of the transaction can be daunting when the buyer has trouble finding and winning the bidding war on an amazing Downtown loft while the seller can have difficulty in finding the right buyer with the right offer and sufficient financing. With the right information, home buyers and sellers can take advantage of all of the profitable opportunities that DTLA lofts have to offer.

When the property gets into escrow, Buyers and sellers can prevent inspection problems and avoid delays by knowing in advance about potential loft lending issues, loft building issues, lawsuits, litigation, retrofit inspections, Mills Act and Adaptive Re-Use Ordinances that affect most of the real estate transactions of Downtown Los Angeles.

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Copyright © This free information provided courtesy L.A. Loft Blog and LAcondoInfo.com with information provided by Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449 We are not associated with the homeowner’s association or developer. For more information, contact (213) 880-9910 or visit LAcondoInfo.com Licensed in California. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. This post is an archive backup for historic purposes, not intended to represent current information. Portions have been updated, but most is historic archive. Properties subject to prior sale or rental. This is not a solicitation if buyer or seller is already under contract with another broker.