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. An agent can help you consider what levers you can pull that might be enticing to a seller, like: Offering flexible rent-back options to give the seller more time to move out. Know Your Numbers. Bottom Line.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 29, 2020

That’s why we’ve put together a home closing checklist, which outlines your action points in those few days leading up to settlement. Keep this closing process list handy to know you’ve done what you need to in order to close the deal. Get all contingencies squared away. Get final mortgage approval.

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Redfin

JULY 28, 2020

markets waived the inspection contingency, compared with just 13.2% Winning offers waived the appraisal contingency at a similar rate—20.6%—up The inspection contingency allows the buyer to cancel a purchase or request repairs if they find an issue during the inspection period. In June, 19.9% up from 17.4%

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HomeLight

MARCH 2, 2023

People who live here love the proximity to some of the west coast’s best beaches, as well as being close to destinations like Disneyland, Joshua Tree National Park, and the deserts of Palm Springs. Closing costs in California average about 1% of the home’s sale price , and there are other pre-paid costs you might have as well.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Ensure Your Client Has Loan Pre-approval Many sellers are anxious to get to the closing table quickly, which drives many to cash buyers , even for a lower price. Also, understand the difference between a prequalifying and a pre-approval letter. That could be a pretty sizable chunk of money from the seller’s profit.

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HomeLight

APRIL 29, 2021

You’ll simply show the house to a few buyers, pick the best offer, wait for closing, and pocket some cash. Closing can take more than a month. During this time, you and the buyer complete the following: Negotiate the terms of your purchase agreement, including contingency timelines. Landscaping: 100 %. Garage door: 94%.

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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. This will allow for a smoother closing process and for you to move into your new home more quickly.

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