HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

If this problem can’t be resolved, an appraisal contingency in the contract allows the buyer to cancel the agreement and retain their earnest money deposit. Repairs identified in the inspection. Problems with the title. Minimizing clouds in a title search requires the seller to be proactive.

Closing 114

Closing Purchase and sale agreement Title search Earnest money deposit 114

HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Contingencies can range from the relatively minor or otherwise workable — like requesting a $3,000 allowance to fix a plumbing issue that was revealed during inspection — to more serious stipulations, such as a buyer needing to sell their existing house before closing on the next. Negotiable contingencies. Home inspections.

Purchase and sale agreement 80

Purchase and sale agreement Pre-approval Earnest money deposit Inspection 80

HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

Investors offer alternatives to foreclosure and bankruptcy About 60% of sellers who contact Ramcharitar are behind on their mortgage payments. While some homeowners opt for foreclosure in a distressed situation, others decide to declare bankruptcy. There’s not much difference other than a quicker timeline and an easier transaction.

Sales 71

Sales Purchase and sale agreement Earnest money deposit Investor 71

HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

Earnest money deposit. As is the case with a regular retail home purchase, a cash buyer should provide an earnest money deposit (EMD) as a show of good faith that they will indeed purchase the property. Inspection period. Check to make sure the purchase contract contains no surprise contingencies.

Earnest money deposit 98

Earnest money deposit Inspection Proof of funds Inspection contingency 98