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Learn the benefits and risks when acquiring a Tenancy-In-Common in San Francisco!
TIC units have become a popular option as it provides a lower price point for first-time home buyers. With TIC units, you pay 10–20% less per square foot than a condo. Moreover, property tax is also reduced by 10–20%. So not only did you save on the cost of your unit, but you also saved a significant amount in your annual property tax.
What is a Tenancy-In-Common Agreement? – Guide to the TIC Agreement
Because Tenancy-In-Common is unique only to San Francisco, it is easy to get lost in the legal complexities concerning your property. And with several people involved, disputes and conflicts may arise. That is why TIC agreements are critical. It functions as a contract among co-owners establishing their respective obligations and regulations.
Thinking of buying a Tenancy-In Common (TIC) in San Francisco? Here are the top known facts about your unique type of property!
Tenancy-in-common, or tenants-in-common, is a form of shared ownership where tenants own part of the property but not all of it. In other words, if you and your friend have a property as tenants-in-common, you are both owners of the said property, and each has ownership rights.
San Francisco Real Estate Market Report – March 2023
Dollar per Square Foot is based upon the home’s interior living space and does not include garages, unfinished attics and basements, rooms built without permit, patios, decks or yards (though all those can add value to a home). These figures are usually derived from appraisals or tax records, but are sometimes unreliable (especially for older homes) or unreported altogether. The calculation can only be made on those home sales that reported square footage.
San Francisco Diamond Heights Neighborhood Overview
Diamond Heights is one of the smaller neighborhoods occupying an area of only 0.3 square miles. As a result, it is one of the least dense neighborhoods.
Outer Richmond San Francisco Neighborhood Overview
Located in the western part of the city, Outer Richmond in San Francisco is a large neighborhood occupying a surface area of 1.2 miles. Its population density is 16,246 people per square mile, lower than the overall population density of San Francisco's 18,879