Dwell Real Estate

JULY 10, 2020

The financing contingency guarantees that you’ll get a refund for your earnest money if for some reason your mortgage doesn’t go through and you’re unable to purchase the house. Most experts recommend that you not waive the inspection contingency, unless you’re planning on tearing the property down.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

A cash offer simply means that a buyer already has the funds available to buy the house and can pay for it without securing a mortgage loan. From the seller’s point of view, it doesn’t make much difference whether the cash comes from the buyer’s personal bank account or from a mortgage loan. The inspection.

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HomeLight

MARCH 30, 2021

Getting a mortgage prequalification and preapproval helps to ensure you won’t be overextended financially. Prequalification usually just means that a mortgage professional takes a look at your finances (assets, income, and other debt) and gives you an estimate of the loan amount you may be able to afford. Line up your financing.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

Loan approval. For most buyers, financing a home through a bank or lender with a mortgage loan is necessary to purchase the property. The best way to help avoid mortgage loan setbacks is to get preapproved for one before even submitting an offer. Image Source: (Shutterstock.com/Chokniti Khongchum). Dodge move.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

A traditional home sale in which a seller lists with an agent and a buyer finances with a mortgage takes approximately 18-30 days to go under contract, plus an additional 30-45 days to closing. Keep in mind though, that a home that needs major repairs may slow or derail a sale to traditional buyers who are financing with a mortgage.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 25, 2020

The overarching question, as you make your way down your pre-sale checklist , is likely something along the lines of: “How long is this going to take?”. Below are just some of the typical pre-listing preparations that Shapiro calls out as essential: Reduce clutter. Get a pre-listing inspection. Get the price right.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

But carrying debt on real estate by way of a mortgage loan is an entirely different scenario. How should you think about paying vis-a-vis cash vs mortgage? There are many advantages — including financial liquidity, tax advantages , and credit-building potential — to purchasing a home with a mortgage.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 29, 2020

These are the most common contingencies that are part of your new home closing process: Home inspection contingency: This gives buyers the right to have the home professionally inspected. It’s rarely advisable to waive an inspection contingency. Get final mortgage approval. Clear the title.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Contingencies can range from the relatively minor or otherwise workable — like requesting a $3,000 allowance to fix a plumbing issue that was revealed during inspection — to more serious stipulations, such as a buyer needing to sell their existing house before closing on the next. Negotiable contingencies. Home inspections.

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Redfin

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

In early 2021, homebuyers will remain undeterred by the pandemic, eager to take advantage of sub-3% mortgage rates while they last. Well, it’s not only the difference between getting a low-interest rate on a home loan versus a high one, but it will also directly impact how much a bank or lender will loan you. Build Up Your Savings.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Mortgage statement (payoff amount). Pre-listing inspection report. Contingency removal form (CA-specific). Home inspection report. A new contract can be signed without the old contract, and the new buyer will conduct new inspections and obtain a new title insurance policy.”. Original sale contract.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2022

But, you may not realize how much the condition of your property — its appearance, maintenance and safety — can impact the chances of converting that awesome offer into a smooth sale, especially if your buyer is using a mortgage that requires an appraisal , so it’s a good idea to get ahead on any appraisal required repairs.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Once you buy a house and see your now-depleted bank account, that’s shocking,” she says. “I Your lender wants to see that you aren’t wiping yourself out financially to buy a house, and they usually require about two months’ worth of mortgage payments in your bank account as a financial cushion. Shop around for a mortgage.

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

More certainty: With a pre-offer walk-through, a cash home buyer can generally provide a firm cash offer that comes with few contingencies, or no contingencies at all. You don’t need the added stress of waiting for the buyer’s mortgage approval or a home inspection turning up any unpleasant surprises.

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

There are just not enough buyers who have a good credit rating and can get bank underwriting,” he says. Naumann says buyers may not get a mortgage if big-ticket items like the roof or A/C aren’t in good condition. He adds that negotiations and home inspection issues could further reduce the price by 10%.

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HomeLight

MARCH 23, 2022

If they have underwriting approval, versus just a preapproval, they’re a much stronger buyer than someone with just a preapproval letter. The process of qualifying for a mortgage includes a few different tiers. When you want to decide how much you will be able to borrow for your mortgage, prequalification is often the first step.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 2, 2020

Let us continue to explore the housing market trends — from pre-COVID-19 days until July. About 1 percent of Redfin customers waived either a financing or inspection contingency last month. percent on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Under potential listings, there are about 12 Foreclosed and 2816 Pre-Foreclosure homes.

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