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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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Most purchase agreements have contingencies —things that buyers must do before the real estate transaction is official, explains Jimmy Branham , a Coral Springs, FL, real estate agent at the Keyes Company. If something is wrong, you can request that it be fixed—or you can back out of the sale. Get final mortgage approval.

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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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HomeLight

APRIL 21, 2022

For more expertise, top real estate agent Kris Shook , who works with 77% more single family homes than the average agent in Tacoma, Washington, shares insights. A Top-Rated Agent Can Help You Field Buyer Offers. An experienced agent can guide you on whether or not the offers you receive on your home are worth considering.

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