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		<title>Tax Deed Sale Process In Arkansas</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2011 08:41:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Commissioner of State Lands Web site has all of the required information for buying state-owned tax deeds in Arkansas. A schedule of tax deed sales throughout the state and the inventory of properties are published on the Web site. The tax delinquent property sales list contains the name of the property owner, the legal [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Commissioner of State Lands Web site has all of the required information for buying state-owned tax deeds in Arkansas. A schedule of tax deed sales throughout the state and the inventory of properties are published on the Web site. The tax delinquent property sales list contains the name of the property owner, the legal description of the property, the parcel number, the taxes due on the property, and the minimum bid that is required to purchase the tax deed. It is certainly advisable to do the proper research on a property before committing to make a purchase. The things that you will want to know about the property include the assessed and market value of the property, the location and size of the property, any liens, mortgages or other assessments on the property for which the deed holder may be held liable. The Arkansas county Web sites and numerous other online real estate Web sites are good places to assist you in your research.</p>
<p>Interested investors must pre-register if they wish to attend a tax deed sale. The tax deed sale is competitive, meaning that the investor willing to pay the highest amount for a property will win the tax deed. Bidders also have the option to mail in their bid to the office of the Commissioner of State Lands. In most cases, bids must be received no later than seven days prior to the date of sale. For lands that do not sell for the minimum bid amount, either by mail or at the sale, the Commissioner may negotiate a sale. All negotiated sales must have the approval of the Arkansas Attorney General.</p>
<p>For all sales, the first $100 is due in the form of cash, money order, or cashier&#8217;s check. The remaining amount may be paid by personal check, but the the deed will not be issued until that check clears. Upon payment of the full price owed, the purchaser will receive a certificate of purchase from the Commissioner of State Lands. It is important to note that the former property owner is given 30 days from the date of the tax deed purchase to redeem the property. If redemption by the former property owner does occur, the tax deed purchaser receives a full refund. If redemption does not occur, the purchaser will receive a limited warranty deed. If you are interested in buying Arkansas tax deeds, you definitely need to visit the Commissioner of State Lands Web site. Be sure to read the Buyers Guide and the Laws Governing the Sale of Tax Delinquent Lands.</p>
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		<title>Real Estate in Arkansas</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:20:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Arkansas is the first state of the country wherein the diamonds have been naturally found. Its eastern part is located along the Mississippi River, while on its western side is St. Francis River. The state has a very diverse geography, which is made up of valleys, mountains, fertile plains and, dense forests. If you invest [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arkansas is the first state of the country wherein the diamonds have been naturally found. Its eastern part is located along the Mississippi River, while on its western side is St. Francis River. The state has a very diverse geography, which is made up of valleys, mountains, fertile plains and, dense forests. If you invest on an Arkansas real estate, a lot of people will be after it since the state has a lot to offer to its people, when it comes to scenic beauty. Making an investment on an Arkansas real estate can provide you with a profit which is more than the average in the market. This is because the climate of the state is subtropical, which implies that summers here are warm or hot, while winters are mild and slightly dry. The average snowfall reaches only up to five inches, which is not a problem to a lot of people. On the other hand, the average rainfall of Arkansas reaches up to forty to fifty inches each year. This is the reason why agricultural crops are abundant within the state. A lot of people have discovered the benefits of living here.</p>
<p>The state has several significant towns and cities like; Little Rock, Mountain Home, Bentonville and, El Dorado. These areas are just some of the state&#8217;s beautiful locations. If you make an investment on an Arkansas real estate, you are assured that it will sell since more and more people are exploring the idea of owning a home within the state. The economy of Arkansas is earning billions, which is why you should decide to invest on an Arkansas real estate. During the year 2005, the GDP of the state is $87 billion. Its agricultural products are eggs, poultry, cattle, cotton, soybeans, rice, hogs, milk and, sorghum. It also has industrial products like; machinery, food processing, paper products and, other products. The state&#8217;s tourism industry is also relevant for the economy of the country since, its topography is widely diverse. Arkansas has a lot of natural parks and, caves, mountains, natural rivers and, spring caverns. This is why a lot of tourists frequent the state. You should not let this opportunity pass; invest on an Arkansas real estate right away.</p>
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		<title>How to Purchase a Home in the State of Arkansas</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:44:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Stella</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A purchaser must engage a licensed realtor to purchase a home in the state of Arkansas. A good realtor will have access to a wide range of available homes to fit the purchaser’s budget. The Purchaser has a choice of homes if the realtor subscribes to National association of Realtors or the Arkansas Realtors Association. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A purchaser must engage a licensed realtor to purchase a home in the state of Arkansas. A good realtor will have access to a wide range of available homes to fit the purchaser’s budget. The Purchaser has a choice of homes if the realtor subscribes to National association of Realtors or the Arkansas Realtors Association. This is because the realtor who is a member of these associations has to swear by a code of ethics. Member realtors will have access to the MLS or Multi Listing Service, which is a large data base of available housing information in a shared facility by all association members. The purchaser can chose from a variety of houses and locations. The association also publishes market reports of different areas which will give the purchaser better information of the current real estate prices in different locations. Once the property is located the purchaser makes an offer to the seller called a purchase and sale agreement stating the price offered, the earnest money, the time schedule for the transaction, name of the escrow company and the inspections required. Once the seller accepts the offer, the seller and the purchaser will sign the agreement and make it a binding contract.</p>
<p>In the <a href="http://www.directoryarkansas.com/" target="_blank"><strong>State of Arkansas</strong></a>, all closing costs should be paid at the time of final purchase. The down payment, loan fees, title fees and escrow amounts should be paid by the purchaser at the closing. Mobile Notary Publics can be contacted to close the loan. The website of the American association of Notaries has a notary locator directory to help the purchaser find a notary in Arkansas. Notary Publics either assist simple witness closing or the mere work of witnessing and attesting to the signing of the documents or a full document service where the notary public explains all the documents to borrowers. However, in the State Of Arkansas Notary Publics must not be looked upon as substitutes for Attorneys nor should they be expected to do the work of attorneys. They are merely attesters of authenticity of a document and professionals who will explain documents to borrowers. The purchaser is required to show proof of a one year home owner’s insurance premium payment and a proof of identity at the closure when the deed is signed by both parties. When the Notary Public attests the signatures of the parties to the transaction, the seller hands the keys to the purchaser and the purchaser completes the purchase of a home in the State of Arkansas.</p>
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