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The risk of zero-down loans while the Fed talks recession

Housing Wire

Bank of America recently announced a loan for lower-income households that doesn’t require homebuyers to come up with a downpayment or closing costs, and doesn’t base the loan on a minimum FICO score. million homes for sale, but in 2022 we got as low as 870,000 in total inventory.

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What to know when buying a property in Florida

Realty Biz

Be sure to factor in additional insurance costs when working out how much you can afford each month for your mortgage. Unlike most other states, Florida protects your home from foreclosure, even if you file for bankruptcy. Due to Florida’s high closing cost, buying a house here is more expensive than buying elsewhere.

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11 Tips for Finding the Right Agent to Sell Your Home

Realty Biz

not in bankruptcy or with legal action against them) Are actively involved in the business of real estate Realtors may be agents, but they may also be appraisers, property managers, or brokers. These are helpful when an agent decides to work with a specific type of client, such as clients over age 50 or cash-only home sales.

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6 of the Top We Buy Houses for Cash Companies in Lakeland, Florida

HomeLight

Get an all-cash, no-obligation offer through HomeLight’s Simple Sale platform whenever you’re ready. Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. They usually present a take-it-or-leave-it sale price. If you accept the offer, you’ll both sign a sales contract.

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7 of the Top We Buy Houses for Cash Companies in Chicago

HomeLight

HomeLight’s Simple Sale platform provides full cash offers for homes in almost any condition nationwide and in Chicago. Get an offer in as few as 48 hours and close in as little as 10 days. They also promise a fast, easy, and transparent selling process, with closing in as little as 24 hours. Simple Sale (a HomeLight platform).

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This Is How To Profitably Find Houses To Flip In 2023

Kyle Handy

Estate sales professionals, estate auctions, senior living communities — often, these individuals know about properties before they hit the market. You can target advertising on Google or Facebook to people interested in bankruptcy or foreclosure. There are repair costs, closing costs, and (of course) the property.

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6 of the Top We Buy Houses for Cash Companies in Atlanta

HomeLight

HomeLight’s Simple Sale platform provides full cash offers for homes in almost any condition nationwide and in Atlanta. Get an offer in as few as 48 hours and close in as little as 10 days. After one showing, sellers get a no-obligation offer and can choose their closing date. Simple Sale (a HomeLight platform).