Legal questions
Consult a qualified attorney about contracts, title, probate, estates, trusts, divorce, ownership disputes, landlord-tenant matters, disclosure duties, zoning, liability, or your legal rights and obligations.
Every situation is different. The information on this website is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for advice based on your property, contract, finances, objectives, deadlines, or other individual circumstances.
Scope and limitations
Richard “Rick” Tebbe is an Ohio real estate salesperson with Red 1 Realty. Unless expressly stated otherwise, he is not acting as your attorney, accountant, tax adviser, mortgage lender, home inspector, professional engineer, environmental specialist, insurance adviser, appraiser, architect, or licensed contractor. Nothing on this website creates a professional relationship with any person other than a real estate agency relationship established separately in writing where required.
Articles, checklists, examples, cost discussions, market observations, and links may become outdated or may not apply to your circumstances. Laws, tax rules, lending programs, interest rates, property conditions, building requirements, insurance standards, and contract terms can change. Information believed reliable is not guaranteed.
When professional assistance may be needed
Tax and accounting questions
Consult a qualified tax professional or accountant about capital gains, basis, exclusions, depreciation, investment property, inheritance, deductions, withholding, or other tax effects.
Lending and affordability
Consult a licensed mortgage professional for current loan programs, rates, qualification, credit, estimated payments, closing costs, reserves, underwriting, and specific loan terms.
Inspections and property condition
Use appropriately qualified inspectors and specialists to evaluate the home and concerns involving structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, sewer, septic, well, radon, mold, pests, environmental conditions, or other systems.
Repairs and construction
Consult properly licensed or qualified contractors, tradespeople, engineers, architects, or municipal authorities for repair scope, methods, permits, code compliance, feasibility, safety, warranties, and written estimates.
Other specialties
Consult the appropriate licensed professional for insurance, formal appraisals, surveys, boundaries, flood risk, environmental concerns, accessibility, and other specialized matters.
Your decisions remain property-specific
You should independently verify information important to your decision and seek professional assistance as needed. Do not delay obtaining advice because of general information on this website. If a deadline, contingency, safety concern, legal right, financial commitment, or material property issue is involved, contact the appropriate qualified professional promptly.
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