Keeping Current Matters

JUNE 21, 2021

That’s why you should connect with a lender to get pre-approved for a loan early in the homebuying process. A skilled agent will do everything they can to help you stay on top of every possible opportunity. Use an agent as your trusted advisor to make a strong, but fair offer based on market value, recent sales, and demand.

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Redfin

JULY 28, 2020

of successful offers submitted by Redfin agents in select major U.S. markets waived the inspection contingency, compared with just 13.2% Winning offers waived the appraisal contingency at a similar rate—20.6%—up The situation is out of control,” said Lindsay Katz , a Redfin agent in Los Angeles. “I In June, 19.9%

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The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

I contacted the listing agent only to learn that all offers were due by 5:00 p.m. Offer Above Asking Price When your buyers are competing with others in a multiple-offer situation, and the listing agent is asking for the “highest and best” offer, it’s a good idea to suggest offering more than the asking price.

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HomeLight

APRIL 29, 2021

For expert insight, we spoke with Kurt Thompson , a top real estate agent and former president of the Massachusetts Association of Realtors®. ” Start by clearing off flat spaces like your kitchen counter — an essential task, according to nearly 97% of real estate agents surveyed by HomeLight.

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Redfin

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

1) Get Pre-Approved for a Home Loan. If you’re a first-time homebuyer , one of the smartest things you can do to ensure your chances of buying the home you want is to apply for a pre-approval on a mortgage. 2) Get a Great Real Estate Agent. Be Ready to Act Instantly in a Seller’s Market.

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Redfin

JULY 30, 2020

Redfin agents cite health concerns around the pandemic and competition fueled by a worsening housing shortage as reasons more buyers are bidding on homes before visiting them. They sent a Seattle-based relative to attend an in-person showing and the pre-inspection, submitted an offer at 6:20 p.m. Yaaran said.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

The most obvious contingency with an offer that requires financing is, of course, the financing itself. submit your purchase offer with a pre-qualification or preapproval letter from a lender, these funds aren’t a sure thing until the loan is fully approved. Though you can (and should!)

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