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Are there benefits for rent to own?

I'm considering selling my house. I'm not in a rush and wondering the best way to go about it. As a seller, are there any benefits for me if I do a rent to own agreement? I understand how that's good for the renter/buyer. But as the landlord/seller, is there any benefit for me?
Asked By Daryl | Memphis, TN | 38 views | Renting | 3 weeks ago
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In my 18 years real estate experience -- rent to own can get really messy. Make sure you get an attorney involved if you decide to go that route. Also -- get enough nonrefundable down money -- that if the Buyer is unable to get financing at the end of the "rent to own term", your covered for any "remodeling" they did...
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Kathleen Heady

eXp Realty LLC, 400 Union Ave STE 200, Olympia, WA 98501

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Hi Darly, There are some benefits to do rent-to owner which include attracting long-term tenants, consistent income, reduced maintenance costs as many rent-to-own agreements will shift some maintenance responsibilities to the tenants, reducing your costs and upkeep in the property. May receive higher purchase price, rent-to-own agreements often set a higher sales prices compared to the current market value, easier sale process when the time comes, in a slow market can attract tenants who may not qualify to buy but aspire to homeownership. The cons the tenants may not purchase the home at the end of the lease, legal and financial complexity as rent-to-own agreements require careful drafting to ensure they are legally sound, property depreciation can also happen if market conditions change or tenant neglects the property decreasing the property value.

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