Pool Barrier Laws - Not Just for Homes with ChildrenBy Diane Cole, AAR Communications Director
as seen in the Arizona Republic, June, 2002
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Is a wall around the yard all I need to satisfy pool barrier laws? Do I need a fence around the pool as well? Can I just keep the gate and sliding door locked? How well do you know pool barrier laws?
In 1991, Arizona passed the pool barrier law, Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 33-1681, requiring an enclosure surrounding the pool area. The law allows cities and counties to adopt their own ordinances, "...provided that the ordinance is equal to or more stringent than the provisions of this article." Ordinances vary widely between cities and counties; homeowners and buyers need to research the laws carefully to make sure their home is in compliance.
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How To Buy Wholesale Properties And Not Take A Bath
By Lou Castillo
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When referring to buying wholesale properties from an investor, it is often commented:
“Buyer Beware!” The feeling is that many of the wholesalers in the field are
unscrupulous, and will take advantage of unwary buyers. The truth is that most
wholesalers are very ethical and provide a valuable service. The trick is to be able to
evaluate each deal to make sure it is profitable for YOU.
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About Lease Purchases
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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A lease purchase contract (also known as Lease Option) is a form of real estate purchase which combines elements of a traditional rental agreement with an exclusive option of right of first refusal to later purchase the home.
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Buying A House In A Short Sale
by Sherrie Bennett
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In these difficult financial times, more and more sellers are finding they need to sell their homes for less than they owe on their mortgages, known as a "short sale ." This can be a good deal for you as a buyer, as long as you're aware of the extra time and work required to make it happen.
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