Dwell Real Estate

JULY 10, 2020

The financing contingency guarantees that you’ll get a refund for your earnest money if for some reason your mortgage doesn’t go through and you’re unable to purchase the house. Most experts recommend that you not waive the inspection contingency, unless you’re planning on tearing the property down.

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Redfin

OCTOBER 12, 2020

From navigating the mortgage approval process to the possibility of a bidding war, it can be tricky to go at it alone. This way you can get pre-approved to show sellers that you’re a qualified and serious buyer, and you’ll know exactly how much you can afford. Home appraiser.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 25, 2020

The overarching question, as you make your way down your pre-sale checklist , is likely something along the lines of: “How long is this going to take?”. Below are just some of the typical pre-listing preparations that Shapiro calls out as essential: Reduce clutter. Get a pre-listing inspection. Get the price right.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

From the seller’s point of view, it doesn’t make much difference whether the cash comes from the buyer’s personal bank account or from a mortgage loan. The associated contingencies , which come with additional risks for the seller, are where you’ll find most key distinctions between a cash offer and an offer backed by a mortgage loan.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

Loan approval. For most buyers, financing a home through a bank or lender with a mortgage loan is necessary to purchase the property. In fact, buyers should go one step further (if they can) and get pre-underwritten for a loan , which offers even more security for both buyers and sellers. Problems with the title. Dodge move.

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HomeLight

MARCH 30, 2021

Preapproval, on the other hand, is typically a more official process where the lender requires more documentation of your bank accounts and also looks into your credit history. Pre-approval letters are usually good for 60 to 90 days, so don’t enter this stage until you’re serious about your home search.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

A buyer using a mortgage will most likely include the following contingencies (all of which have deadlines): Inspection contingency (note: this one is optional and buyers can choose to waive it). Appraisal contingency. Home sale contingency. Mortgage contingency. Getting a pre-inspection.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 8, 2020

So, it has allowed my sellers/buyers to get approved, and then go out and find the home that they’re in love with and be able to write a very strong offer, not contingent on the sale of their house, and win. ” And fortunately, I had just been approved to be a Trade-In agent with HomeLight.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 29, 2020

These are the most common contingencies that are part of your new home closing process: Home inspection contingency: This gives buyers the right to have the home professionally inspected. It’s rarely advisable to waive an inspection contingency. Get final mortgage approval. Clear the title.

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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.

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Redfin

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Well, it’s not only the difference between getting a low-interest rate on a home loan versus a high one, but it will also directly impact how much a bank or lender will loan you. Banks like to see a healthy savings account and other investments or assets (i.e. Banks like to see a borrower with the same employer for about two years.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Getting a mortgage also allows you to keep more of your liquidity intact : If you had $500,000 in the bank, and use it on an all-cash home purchase, you now have $0 in the bank. Here’s how the fee-based service works: HomeLight goes over your financial details and pre-approves you for your loan amount.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2022

But when you place your home on the market, it’s hard to predict if your top offer will come from a cash buyer or a buyer pre-qualified for a home loan. A conventional loan is a private mortgage, which is usually backed by a commercial enterprise such as a bank, mortgage company, or credit union.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Pre-listing inspection report. Contingency removal form (CA-specific). Home inspection report. If a buyer’s mortgage lender requires a copy of the homeowners insurance, you’ll need to provide it for the loan to be approved. Give buyers time to conduct a lead inspection. Pre-listing inspection report.

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

More certainty: With a pre-offer walk-through, a cash home buyer can generally provide a firm cash offer that comes with few contingencies, or no contingencies at all. You don’t need the added stress of waiting for the buyer’s mortgage approval or a home inspection turning up any unpleasant surprises.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Once you buy a house and see your now-depleted bank account, that’s shocking,” she says. “I Your lender wants to see that you aren’t wiping yourself out financially to buy a house, and they usually require about two months’ worth of mortgage payments in your bank account as a financial cushion. But still get a home inspection!

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

There are just not enough buyers who have a good credit rating and can get bank underwriting,” he says. More certainty: With a pre-offer walk-through, a cash home buyer can typically provide a firm cash offer that comes with few contingencies, or no contingencies at all. But that’s no longer the case.

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HomeLight

MARCH 23, 2022

If they have underwriting approval, versus just a preapproval, they’re a much stronger buyer than someone with just a preapproval letter. Once you’re preapproved, your offer on a home is more likely to be accepted because you’ve made it further in the mortgage approval process. Only include essential contingencies.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 2, 2020

Let us continue to explore the housing market trends — from pre-COVID-19 days until July. About 1 percent of Redfin customers waived either a financing or inspection contingency last month. Under potential listings, there are about 12 Foreclosed and 2816 Pre-Foreclosure homes. Additionally, there are 673 homes for rent.

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