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25 Nightmare Scenarios That Can Disrupt Closing (And How to Avoid Them)

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When you’re buying a house, the list of what can go wrong at closing includes everything from issues with the mortgage loan and buyer’s credit, insurance snags, appraisal problems, title claims, and events beyond everyone’s control (such as natural disasters, or buyer or seller illness or death). Problem: You lost your job.

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Here’s How You Can Make an Offer On a House Without a Realtor® in 9 Steps

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There’s more that goes into making an offer besides landing on a purchase price. This is usually the biggest purchase and sale someone makes in their life. In some states, an attorney will oversee the closing of the sale instead of a title company; if you’re going it alone, regardless, it’s a good idea to think about hiring one.