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are separate legal entities with corporate offices located at 611 N. Barker
Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin 53045.
Notice To All Buyers And Sellers
The purpose of this notice is to acquaint real estate buyers and sellers with
common or generally suggested practices within the real estate industry, and to
alert prospective real estate buyers and sellers to various issues which may be
important to different types of real estate transactions they may be
contemplating.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FAIR HOUSING All associates of
First Weber are committed to give equal service to all as provided by law.
Buyers/Sellers are advised that local, state, and federal fair housing laws
prohibit discrimination by Broker.
HOME WARRANTY Home warranty programs are available
at the sole discretion and option of the Buyers or Sellers. These warranties
cover certain components of the property prior to closing and for a term of
approximately one (1) year from the date of closing, and may be purchased by
either the Buyer, or by the Seller for the benefit of the Buyer and Seller. (See
Notice of Affiliated Business Arrangement Disclosure.)
MLS (Multiple Listing Service) First Weber Group
is associated with various MLS services. Information supplied through the MLS
services is provided by sellers, listing brokers, and other parties, and may not
have been verified. First Weber Group assumes the information provided by the
MLS services is current but does not guarantee or assume responsibility for its
accuracy. First Weber Group recommends that information supplied through the MLS
services, if concerning items or elements material to Buyers, be independently
verified by Buyers, and that other items or elements of concern to Buyers, such
as school district, number of bedrooms, type of electrical service, insulation,
etc., also be verified by Buyers.
TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGE/MEASUREMENTS Buyers
acknowledge that any land, building, or room dimensions, building square
footage, or total acreage figures, are often only approximations, based upon
rounding of measurements or various formulas used to calculate area totals. If
the size or dimensions of any particular part of the property or total square
footage or acreage is material to Buyers’ decision to purchase, Buyers
understand they must independently verify the sizes, dimensions, square footage
or acreage. Buyers understand that the Broker does not warrant the accuracy of
any such measurements or figures, and Buyers are not to rely upon unverified
measurements or figures supplied by Broker.
FINANCING Broker may recommend a financial
institution or other lender for Buyers to consider when Buyers are in need of a
mortgage, and Broker may assist in obtaining prequalification or preapproval for
a loan, but Broker is not responsible for determining the type or terms of the
mortgage. Buyers should compare rates and programs. Choice of lender and type of
mortgage are at Buyers’ discretion. (See Notice of Affiliated Business
Arrangement Disclosure.)
TITLE INSURANCE/ABSTRACT OF TITLE Broker will
facilitate any closing by assisting Buyers to obtain a title commitment, or an
updated abstract, as called for in the Offer. The title company may also be
retained to collect necessary information (e.g., mortgage payoffs, tax
prorations, etc.), and to prepare closing statements. Absent written direction
from the parties, First Weber Group shall select a title company. Cost of a
title policy is customarily paid by Sellers. The parties should compare rates
and policies at their discretion. (See Notice of Affiliated Business Arrangement
Disclosure.)
HOME WARRANTY Broker recommends the parties
consider using a home warranty program. A home warranty may be purchased by
Seller to provide coverage prior to closing and for a period of one (1) year
from closing, or may be purchased by Buyer upon closing to cover one (1) year
from closing. Coverage is dependent upon the program selected and policy terms
of the home warranty. (See Notice of Affiliated Business Arrangement
Disclosure.)
FEDERAL LEAD BASED PAINT (LBP) DISCLOSURE The
federal law specifically requires Sellers and landlords of most residential
housing built before 1978 to: 1) disclose the presence of known LBP; 2) provide
Buyers and tenants with any available records or reports about LBP in the
housing; and 3) provide Buyers and tenants with a federally-approved lead hazard
information pamphlet. Offers to purchase and leases must contain disclosures and
acknowledgments. The regulations do not require testing for LBP; nor do they
require removal of such paint or hazards; but Buyers have the right to include a
contingency in the offer to purchase allowing Buyers to inspect for LBP. Real
estate agents must ensure compliance with these requirements.
ASBESTOS, LEAD, RADON GAS, MOLD AND LEAD BASED PAINT,
ETC. Buyers/Sellers are aware that public information sources indicate that
asbestos, vermiculite, lead in drinking water, radium, radon gas, mold, lead
based paint, and other toxic substances and chemicals within a structure or in
soils or water supplies can cause serious health hazards. Broker may provide
general information, but cannot guarantee the applicability or accuracy as
applied to any specific property. First Weber Group recommends that
Buyers/Sellers have the property thoroughly inspected and tested by
professionally qualified inspectors or testers addressing the presence of any of
these and other substances or potential hazards of concern to Buyers.
TESTING If Buyers desire the “testing” of any
substance, drinking water, soils, air, or other elements on the property, or any
area of the property, a testing contingency must be specifically provided for
that purpose in the Offer to Purchase. NOTE: Sellers’ authorization for
inspections does not authorize Buyers to conduct
testing of the property.
INSPECTION Sellers must disclose known defects and
certain conditions affecting the property being sold, as provided in ch. 709,
Wis. Stats. Buyers remain responsible for ascertaining if the condition of the
property is satisfactory for Buyers’ purpose. Buyers are responsible for
performing a reasonably vigilant inspection of the property. Buyers may not be
able to hold Sellers or Broker liable for failure to disclose defects that are
readily observable. First Weber Group recommends that prospective Buyers have
the property being purchased thoroughly inspected by a professionally qualified
inspector (e.g., a State of Wisconsin registered Home Inspector or licensed
professional engineer). The inspection(s) should cover all applicable parts of
the property, such as: structural, mechanical, heating, electrical, plumbing,
wells, and septic systems, etc., and should address all other factors material
to the Buyers.
THIRD PARTY PROFESSIONALS Broker, Broker’s agents,
or Broker’s Concierge service may recommend names of various lenders,
contractors, inspectors, inspection and/or testing companies, surveyors,
contractors, attorneys, and other third party professionals for Buyers’ or
Sellers’ consideration. Buyers and Sellers understand that they remain
responsible for selection of any such third party professionals, comparison of
prices and services, and are responsible for determining whether any third party
professionals have the adequate expertise and are sufficiently qualified to
render the desired services. Buyers and Sellers understand that the Broker does
not perform inspections, tests, surveys, and other such activities, and that the
Broker does not ensure the quality of service of third parties and is not
responsible for the actions of third party professionals utilized by Buyers or
Sellers.
NOTE: Broker is obligated to disclose adverse material facts made known to
Broker, as required by law.
However, Broker does not warrant the condition
of the property being purchased.
LAND USE RESTRICTIONS, REGULATIONS, AND NONCONFORMING
USES Buyers/Sellers are aware many different laws, regulations and land use
restrictions, including zoning and subdivision statutes and ordinances, building
codes, restrictions on nonconforming properties and uses, as well as deed
restrictions, restrictive covenants, subdivision regulations, and homeowners’
association rules, may affect the use and value of property. For instance,
non-conforming properties or uses may restrict Buyers’ ability to build,
rebuild, remodel, replace, or enlarge an existing structure, and may restrict
Buyers’ use of an existing structure or property. Buyers should contact the
state, county, or local municipal authorities regarding any potential
non-conforming structure or use as well as deed restrictions, restrictive
covenants, or subdivision regulations, to verify suitability to Buyer and
Buyers’ intended use of the property.
SCHOOL DISTRICTS, PARKS, AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Buyers are aware that various community amenities, such a particular school
district, and proximity to parks, green spaces, conservancy districts, and other
community attributes and facilities may be material to their purchase of a given
property. Buyers are also aware that school districts may change and the
existence and usage of parks, green spaces, conservancy districts, and other
community attributes and facilities may change. If such community features and
amenities are material to Buyers, Buyers acknowledge and understand that they
must verify all such information directly with the municipality, school
district, or other community entities involved.
AREA CONDITIONS Properties are affected by
existing and proposed developments, public projects, and construction in the
area surrounding the property. If such existing or future conditions of the area
are of concern to Buyer, Buyer should become more familiar with the surrounding
area, prior to writing an Offer to Purchase, and should contact local municipal
officials regarding any proposed development or projects as may be known.
FLOOD PLAINS/WETLANDS Buyers are aware that the
flood plain and wetland maps referred to in the offer often lack detail, are
difficult to interpret, and may not be accurate. If material, Buyers should
consult with appropriate government officials to verify accuracy or
applicability. Buyers/Sellers are aware that site elevations may need to be
verified by professionals. The cost of flood plain insurance, if required by
Buyers’ lender, is customarily paid by Buyers.
SANITARY DISTRICT OR POWTS Property in a sanitary
district may be subject to taxes, special assessments, or other charges for
sewer planning or construction, user fees, and related costs. Property served by
septic, or “private onsite wastewater treatment systems” (POWTS), is subject to
state and local regulation. Some counties require a maintenance plan and may
impose notification or inspection requirements for transfer of ownership.
USE-VALUE ASSESSMENTS/AGRICULTURAL LAND Under Wis.
Stats.§ 70.32(2r)(use-value assessment) Sellers must disclose whether the land
sold with the property is subject to use-value assessment, whether the land is
subject to a penalty under the use-value system, and whether a penalty on the
land has been deferred. Change of use of agricultural or other property subject
to use-value taxation may subject Buyers/Owners to substantial penalties. Buyers
developing or changing use of land subject to use-value assessment should allow
sufficient time to consult with local and state authorities regarding any
possible penalty and/or tax consequences. Note: Buyers of rural, agricultural,
cropland, forest land, etc., should inquire with Sellers and governmental
authorities whether the property is subject to conservation, farmland,
environmental or other land use programs or agreements affecting use and
taxation of the property, and whether any penalties, assessments, or payback
obligations are pending, deferred, or will accrue upon change in use of the
property.
ELECTRIC SERVICE: Buyer and Seller are aware that
if a property has tube or aluminum wiring or if a property’s electrical service
uses fuses or is less than 100 amps, lender and homeowners insurance companies
may require that the service be upgraded to no less than a 100 amp circuit
breaker service and may require that any tube or aluminum wiring be replaced
with wiring consistent with current codes. An electrician should be
consulted.
INSURANCE/INSURABILITY Buyers/Sellers are aware
that homeowners insurance carriers may decline to insure certain properties or
certain Buyers. Buyers/Sellers understand that Broker is not an insurance expert
and cannot guarantee insurability of any particular properties or Buyers. Broker
recommends Buyers consult Buyers’ insurance agent or insurance company before
committing to purchase, to confirm Buyers’ insurability and insurability of the
property by Buyers. If insurability is or may be a concern, a contingency may be
included in the offer to purchase to allow verification of insurability.
FWG INSURANCE SERVICES, LLC is an independent
insurance agency, partly owned by First Weber Group, which provides homeowners
and other insurance products for the consideration of First Weber Group clients
and customers or other prospective Buyers or homeowners. Buyer contact and
property information may be forwarded to FWG Insurance Services for purposes of
providing Buyer with a complimentary quotation for Buyer’s review to compare
quotations and possible discounts. FWG Insurance Services also offers policies
for auto, life, farm, recreational, and other types of insurance. FWG Insurance
Services may be contacted directly or may contact prospective Buyers directly.
Note: First Weber Group provides your real estate services, but is not
responsible for securing or advising about insurance. (See Notice of Affiliated
Business Arrangement Disclosure.)
CO-BROKERAGE COMPENSATION POLICIES For
transactions involving a Buyer or Selling subagent outside First Weber Group,
Broker’s general co-brokerage cooperation policy is to split commission with all
other co-brokerage MLS members, or as otherwise stated in the MLS, unless there
is a co-brokerage agreement or policy letter providing a different arrangement.
All parties are advised that a Buyer/tenant agent may represent Buyer’s/tenant’s
interest in a transaction even though compensation may be paid through the
listing broker and/or Seller/landlord.
BUYER AGENCY NOTICE Buyers represented by a
Buyer’s Agent may often write offers requesting that their Buyer’s Agency fee be paid from Sellers’ proceeds at closing. First Weber Group recommends attempting to facilitate this by keeping the Buyer’s Agency fee intact in the offer to purchase. Should the Buyers’ Agency fee be greater than the amount of commission offered for co-brokerage, the First Weber Group agent can calculate Sellers’ net proceeds, and if necessary, recommend a counteroffer at a price sufficient to retain Sellers’ desired net proceeds and accommodate Buyers’ agency fee.
DUAL AGENCY AND DESIGNATED AGENCY POLICY In
transactions where both Sellers’ agent and Buyer’s agent are agents of First
Weber Group, the amount of commission will be limited to the amount previously
determined by the listing contract.
TRANSACTION FEE The transaction fee charged by
First Weber Group, noted in an agency contract, and which may be included an
Offer, is additional commission. For a description and rationale for this
charge, ask the First Weber Group agent for a copy of the brochure entitled
“Transaction Fee.”
CHILD SUPPORT LIEN: Wisconsin's child support
collection system affects Sellers and Buyers of real estate. The State "dockets"
child support arrears in an electronic database. The arrearage becomes a lien
against the delinquent payor's real and titled personal property. If you now
pay, or have paid, child support you must determine whether any arrearages have
been docketed. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development oversees the
Child Support Lien Docket. You may check at: https://www.dwd.state.wi.us/liendocketweb.
The access code is 1708.
SEX OFFENDER DISCLOSURE You may obtain information
about the sex offender registry and persons registered with the registry by
contacting the Wisconsin Department of Corrections on the Internet at http://offender.doc.state.wi.us/public
or by phone at 877-234-0085.
LEGAL ADVICE State law prohibits real estate
licensees from giving legal advice. First Weber always recommends that you be
represented by independent legal counsel throughout the transaction process. All
agreements relating to the purchase of real estate are required to be in
writing.
AFFILIATED BUSINESS ARRANGEMENT DISCLOSURE
This is to give you notice that First Weber Group and its affiliated
companies of First Weber Group Southeastern Wisconsin, First Weber Group
Northern Wisconsin, and First Weber Group Northeast Wisconsin, and/or
shareholders of First Weber Group or of those entities, have a business
relationship with Universal Home Protection, LLC (40% ownership); Priority
Mortgage Corporation (100%); Shelter Mortgage Company LLC, D/B/A Guaranty
Mortgage (50% ownership); County Land & Title, Inc. (20% ownership); Land
Title and Closing Services, LLC (20% ownership); Northwoods Title and Closing
Services, LLC (30%); Point Title, LLC (100% ownership); Preferred Title, LLC
(40% ownership); Priority Title Corporation (100%); and Wisconsin River Title
Consultants, LLC (50% ownership); and FWG Insurance Services, LLC (50%); Eagan
Title, Inc. (100% ownership). Because of these relationships and ownership
interests, referrals may provide First Weber Group, its affiliated First Weber
entities, and/or shareholders of the identified entities a financial or other
benefit.
Set forth below is the estimated charge or range of charges by the listed
service providers for the settlement services listed.
| Service Provider |
Estimated Charges |
| Universal Home Protection, LLC |
$425 to $1,000 depending on size, price, and number of
units. The Real Estate company may receive $30-$60 for processing the
application. |
Priority Mortgage Corporation
Shelter Mortgage Company
LLC,
D/B/A Guaranty Mortgage |
$295 to $2,500 depending on the price of the house being
sold, whether the policy is a new or reissue policy, depending on the amount of
mortgage, and other factors.* |
County Land & Title, Inc.
Eagan Title, Inc.
Land
Title and Closing Services, LLC
Northwoods Title & Closing Services, LLC
Point Title, LLC
Preferred Title, LLC
Priority Title Corporation
Wisconsin River Title Consultants, LLC |
$150 to $2,500 depending on the price of the house being
sold, whether the policy is a new or reissue policy, depending on the amount of
mortgage, and other factors.* |
| FWG Insurance Services, LLC** |
$1.50 to $7.50 per thousand, annual premium, depending
upon insurability and value/amount of property/risk insured. Quotation provided
on information submitted. Application and procurement of insurance depends upon
insurability of applicant and/or property and other underwriting
limitations. |
*Should a buyer’s purchase be for cash, not involving a mortgage, or should
it involve a land contract, the title company has a customary fee of $100 to
$300 as a closing fee to the buyer. The title company may also be retained to
collect necessary information (e.g., mortgage payoffs, tax proration, etc.) and
to prepare a closing statement. The title company may charge the seller $50 to
$150 for this service.
**FWG Insurance Services, LLC is a licensed insurance agency and may contact
you to provide a quotation for home and/or auto insurance. FWG Insurance
Services, LLC is affiliated with First Weber, but operates separately. First
Weber and its real estate agents cannot determine insurability or provide
specific insurance advice. First Weber and its agents and do not take
applications for insurance and cannot bind or guarantee any insurance.
NOTICE OF ADDITIONAL AFFILIATED BUSINESS: The
prospective Buyer/Seller understands that some shareholders of First Weber Group
have a financial interest in Princeton Custom Homes (including its subsidiaries)
and Norwood Custom Homes (including its subsidiaries). Additionally, some
shareholders of First Weber Group may have financial interest in certain
subdivision developments from time to time with additional disclosures by these
shareholders required to be made at the time of purchase.
You are NOT required to use the listed service providers as a condition for
your purchase, sale, or refinance of the subject property. THERE ARE FREQUENTLY
OTHER SETTLEMENT SERVICE PROVIDERS AVAILABLE WITH SIMILAR SERVICES. YOU ARE FREE
TO SHOP AROUND TO DETERMINE THAT YOU ARE RECEIVING THE BEST SERVICES AND THE
BEST RATE FOR THESE SERVICES.
INFORMATION REQUESTS
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information, updated automatically. By clicking SEND, and enrolling, you are
giving permission for a First Weber agent to contact you. Your contact
information will be used only for purposes of responding to your information
requests. Should you wish to change or discontinue your contact information at
any time, you may so indicate on-line through the program, or you may direct any
requests or inquiries regarding this website and the services available through
the website to the corporate offices of First Weber.
LINKED WEBSITES
First Weber's website, and the individual websites of many of our First Weber
agents, provide links to other websites outside First Weber. These linked
websites are provided for the convenience of potential clients and customers and
are for informational purposes only. First Weber is not responsible for the
accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the content or information provided on
or through those linked websites. We encourage all users, when they leave our
website, or those of our agents, to read the consumer notices or terms of use of
any linked sites. Persons accessing linked websites should independently verify
any information provided on or through those websites, and should address any
questions about those websites, or about information presented on those
websites, to the producers or hosts of those websites.
AGENT WEBSITES
You may access personalized agent websites from the agent's homepage:
www.agentname.firstweber.com.
BUILDERS, LENDERS, AND VENDORS
You may access contact information and certain websites of First Weber's
"Preferred Builders," by accessing First Weber's Builders' Marketplace on this
site. You may also access First Weber's Preferred Vendor program contact
information and certain websites of specific lenders and venders through First
Weber's Concierge services. For specific community, school, and other
information about a specific area, you are encouraged to contact a First Weber
office in that area, and to view any links to community, school, and recreation
information for that area which may be available through this site.
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