Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

They will also get their earnest money deposit back , and the home will go back on the market. While it is rarer for a home sale to fall apart because of a buyer not getting financing, it is still something where due diligence is essential. The home could be subject to a few different types of contingency.

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HomeLight

JULY 26, 2022

If the seller is working with a listing agent, their agent will more than likely have already done their due diligence to make sure they are able to sell their home. At this stage, you’ll want to shop around and get preapproved by at least two different lenders to compare interest rates , closing costs , and terms.

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

Save money on closing costs and other fees: Although you’ll probably give a discount by selling to a cash buyer, you’ll save on various costs that cut into your profit with a traditional sale such as real estate agent commission averaging 6% in Houston. The buyer does due diligence during the option period in Texas.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

At this stage, you should get preapproved rather than prequalified. It’s important to do your due diligence when deciding what agent to hire. Send your earnest money deposit. In a competitive market, a higher earnest money offer can be more attractive to sellers and give your offer an edge.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

Beyond doing your due diligence online, it’s also a good idea to pick up the phone and put a voice to the business. While price tends to take center stage, many other components of an offer should be considered before entering into a contract. Earnest money deposit. Put a voice to a name.

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The Close

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Chain of title is an historical record of previous owners of a property that’s essential in establishing the legal ownership of the property. An established chain of title helps protect the buyer from future challenges to ownership. A title search helps create that chain and is usually conducted by a lawyer or title company.

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