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The Duties and Responsibilities of a Buyer's Agent

Realty Biz

Whether it's a first-time homebuyer or an experienced investor, a buyer's agent plays a crucial role in guiding clients through the complexities of the real estate market. They may collaborate with title companies and other relevant parties to perform a title search. The goal is to obtain a clear title report.

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How to Find Abandoned Homes to Purchase

Realty Biz

These types of homes can be the perfect properties for both real estate investors and contractors to locate and purchase. This makes them attractive properties for investors, flippers, and wholesalers because they sell at a lower-than-market price. Having a professional home inspection could be money well worth spending.

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Crucial Things to Know About Real Estate Auctions

Realty Biz

They are considered off-market properties and are often acquired by real estate investors or contractors. Houses are sold as-is through the auction, and this could mean the property has issues that a home inspection would have uncovered. A property title search should never be skipped when buying a house at auction.

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What Is an REO Property, and How to Buy One?

Point2Homes

Distressed properties can be a very attractive option for both homebuyers and investors. You will still need to check MLS listings, research the local market, consider your financing options, obtain an appraisal and inspection, make an offer , negotiate and close the deal. Image: Pla2na / Shutterstock.com. Are REOs Worth It?

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iBuyer Real Estate Guide for 2022: What Is an iBuyer?

HomeLight

They share photos of the home, complete a digital walkthrough, and have the property exterior inspected. iBuyers tend to offer much closer to market value than other types of investors and flippers, but they also charge a service fee and are limited in the types of homes they will buy. What does iBuyer stand for?

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How Long Does a Short Sale Take? What to Expect When You’re Buying Short

HomeLight

Between searching for, viewing, negotiating , inspecting, and possibly renegotiating on a home, the road to the closing table is rarely a short one. Short sales are usually as-is sales , so inspections will generally be for your own reference rather than a tool for negotiating. Order an inspection and title review.

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After the Home Inspection, What’s Next for Sellers?

HomeLight

Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing a home, you’re probably going to have to endure a home inspection. It can necessitate a lot of preparation and cause a certain amount of anxiety, but a home inspection is an important part of the process when you’re selling a home. But what’s inspected? Prepare for an inspection.