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How to navigate the real estate market through seller concessions

Real Trends

Agents, has the fluctuating market made it more difficult to close deals this past year? As Realtors, we had to think creatively to help our sellers sell their homes. To think outside the box, some Realtors began using seller concessions. You are certainly not alone. In some areas of the U.S., In some areas of the U.S.,

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Killer Tips For Negotiating a Home Inspection

Realty Biz

Let's look at what you need to know about home inspection negotiations. How to Negotiate Problems Found at a House Inspection. What Will Happen After a Home Inspection? The home inspection contingency in a real estate contract allows the buyer to back out of the sale when there are issues.

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What Are Common Terms and Conditions in a House Offer

Realty Biz

Let’s look at the most common contingencies in an offer and what they mean to buyers and sellers. Common Contingencies Found in an Offer to Purchase. Home Inspection Contingency. One of the most common terms in an offer is the home inspection contingency clause. Home Sale Contingency.

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What are Closing Costs?

Windemere Selling

A home inspection provides the buyer with a clear understanding of the home’s condition and what repairs need to be made, either in the future or before closing. Working with a Buyer’s Agent will help you stay organized as you navigate through these crucial final steps of your home purchase.

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Are There Disadvantages to the Seller Paying the Buyer’s Closing Costs?

HomeLight

To explore the potential drawbacks of paying for buyer closing costs as the seller, we spoke with Tara Limbird , an Arkansas-based agent who heads a team of real estate pros that was nationally ranked at the top one half of 1% of Realtors®. Property inspections. Typical seller closing costs. Real estate agent commissions.

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Selling a House in Delaware? You’re on the Hook for These 9 Closing Costs and More

HomeLight

It’s customary for the seller to pay for closing costs like title search, title insurance, and transfer taxes. We’ll break down seller closing costs with insight from Peggy Centrella , a top Delaware real estate agent ranked in the top 5% of real estate agents in her market area. Real estate agent commission.

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What Happens After Making an Offer on a House?

Windemere Buying

You’ve applied for financing , worked with your agent to search for available listings, put in time attending open houses, and have found the place you’re ready to call home. First, let’s take a look at the three ways a seller can respond to your offer. The timeline for inspections during the closing process vary state to state.