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Notes by minnesotahomesforsale: Ilyce Glink, who is the author of the book '100 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask' says that each owner must pay maintenance fee equal to his total share of ownership in the condominium. This is calculated by first getting the total expense

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Notes by minnesotahomesforsale: Look for signs of wear and tear inside the house. Crack in the walls, peeling paint, loose steps and other similar defects may not cost a lot to repair, yet it is better to be prepared for it.

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