Ashley Folse, Author at Oregon Real Estate Forms

OREF 116 – Advisory Regarding Solar Panels

4 months ago in

Solar panels are showing up in real estate more than ever, and clients are counting on you to have the answers. From ownership questions and financial agreements like leases, loans, and power purchase contracts, to net metering details and potential roof risks, there’s a lot

Seller’s Disclosure Obligations: Trustees and Exemptions

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In Section 1 of OREF 020 – Seller's Property Disclosure Statement, for the third exclusion to apply, the seller must be court-appointed. The trustee of a family or living trust is not appointed by a court, and therefore not exempt from providing the Disclosure Statement.

Smart Home Features: Disclosure Made Simple

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Q: A seller I am representing just accepted an offer on their property. I’m looking for a form to comply with Section 22 Smart Home Features. Why can’t I find a form listing all of the smart home features so the seller can indicate which

OREF 000B – Advisory For Buyers and Sellers of Real Estate

4 months ago in

The Advisory for Buyers and Sellers is here! You asked for it, and OREF is thrilled to deliver! This guide helps buyers and sellers cut through the confusion of real estate jargon by breaking down key concepts, like agency relationships, contingencies, inspections, and title reports,

Property Condition: Define & Document It Clearly

5 months ago in

When completing the Property Condition at Possession section of the Sale Agreements, be clear and specific about the buyer’s expectations. Vague language, such as “Property to be professionally cleaned prior to closing,” can be interpreted in many ways. Instead, list exactly what should be cleaned.

Solar Panels: What Clients Should Know

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Q: A buyer I’m working with is considering making an offer on a property that includes solar panels on the roof. I’m not familiar with solar panel systems. How should I guide my buyer? A: For buyers, it’s important to look beyond the panels on

OREF Listing Bundle

5 months ago in

Simplify your listing process with this essential bundle! Get everything you need in one convenient package: the Listing Agreement, Listing Agreement Addendum, and Listing Agreement – Early Termination. These forms are built to work together, setting clear expectations, allowing for smooth updates, and providing a

Closing Statement vs. Closing Disclosure

6 months ago in

There’s an important difference between a closing statement and a Closing Disclosure. Closing statements, issued by escrow to both buyer and seller, list all debits and credits from a transaction and show the amounts the parties owe or receive at closing. The Closing Disclosure, a

Title Insurance Made Simple

6 months ago in

Q: My buyer has questions regarding the preliminary title report they just received and title insurance in general. I also struggle with fully understanding and explaining title reports and title insurance. Does OREF have any tools to help us with this? A: Most people,

Seller Backouts and Legal Boundaries

6 months ago in

Q: I represent the seller in a pending sale. Both parties have signed the closing documents, and everything is ready, with funding as the only step remaining. The seller has just informed me that they have changed their mind and no longer wish to proceed

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Author: Ashley Folse