Michael Baird
Elements of a Title V Holdback
What happens when a septic inspection doesn't pass during the home buying process? And how can a Title V Holdback help?
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Michael Baird
- Nov 11, 2021
- 2 min
What About Damage?
What happens when you have an agreement to buy a home, then a tree lands on it, or some other major damage occurs prior to closing?
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Michael Baird
- Sep 8, 2021
- 1 min
Interview: Don't Fear The Appraiser
Interview with home appraiser Danyl Collings of Four Core Properties on what appraisers are looking for and how agents can help
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Michael Baird
- Aug 17, 2021
- 2 min
Why God Created Title Insurance- When Attorneys Disagree
Anytime I speak with a client about title insurance, the sentiment is the should be fine. But, roughly 25-30% of titles reveal something to
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Michael Baird
- Aug 5, 2021
- 1 min
Too Many Irons in the Fire Can Burn
It’s clear buyers are in a competitive situation. So, now there’s a new phenomenon… buyers making simultaneous offers on multiple properti
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Michael Baird
- Jun 15, 2021
- 1 min
Interview: Before You Get Too Excited About Posting That New Listing on Social Media
Special thanks to Catherine Taylor, Associate Counsel of MAR (Massachusetts Association of Realtors), for joining me to discuss all the ins
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Michael Baird
- May 27, 2021
- 2 min
Appraisal Waiver vs. Modification
How much money do you have? Buyers are waiving the appraisal portion of their financing contingency in order to stand out to sellers. As a
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Michael Baird
- Mar 29, 2021
- 1 min
Interview: Tips For Hiring a Professional Moving Company
Special thanks to Bill Bailot of Gallo Moving & Storage for joining me for this interview to discuss some great topics when it comes to hiri
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Michael Baird
- Mar 8, 2021
- 2 min
Do You Really Want To Use That Escalation Clause?
Much like the power of love, a price escalation clause is a curious thing. When considered against the background of contract mechanics, i
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Michael Baird
- Feb 19, 2021
- 2 min
Beware Buyers Bearing “Informational Purposes Only” Inspection Contingencies
The standard language is simple, but generates some concerns. “Buyer’s inspection is for informational purposes only” is probably the most c
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Michael Baird
- Jan 24, 2021
- 2 min
What Is Suitable Housing?
In this aggressive Seller’s market, Buyers are getting squeezed with respect to price and terms. One particular term your may buyers see i
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Michael Baird
- Dec 3, 2020
- 0 min
Recording Delays: Why They're Happening and How to Avoid Them
Many buyers and sellers are running into delays with getting their sales on record same day. I'll discuss why and how to avoid this headache
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Michael Baird
- Nov 19, 2020
- 2 min
Affordable Housing
The Massachusetts Comprehensive Permit Act (commonly referred to as Chapter 40B) is the commonwealth’s primary affordable housing by-law.
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Michael Baird
- May 7, 2020
- 2 min
VIN vs. RON
By now you may have heard about the Massachusetts law that passed allowing Video Image Notarizations. Let’s take a quick little look to see
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Michael Baird
- Mar 16, 2020
- 2 min
Social Distancing in a Real Estate Transaction
The term "social distancing" may be new to a lot of us, but it's importance in real estate transactions right now is vital.
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Michael Baird
- Feb 20, 2020
- 1 min
What Paperwork Do I Need to Sell My House?
Before you pack away your entire life, consider the paperwork you'll need for the sale of your home.
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Michael Baird
- Feb 19, 2020
- 1 min
What is a Water Resource Protection District?
You may have never run into a situation with a buyer purchasing a home in a Water Resource Protection District. But chances are you will.
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Michael Baird
- Feb 19, 2020
- 0 min
Buying Property from an Estate
If you or your client are purchasing property from as estate, there are a few exceptions that need to be addressed.
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Michael Baird
- Feb 5, 2020
- 1 min
Buying a Property with Solar Panels
Have a buyer who is taking over the lease for solar panels with the purchase of their new home? When a buyer takes over the lease for...
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