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SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

If that’s you, you may have heard that one path to a deal is buying a bank-owned foreclosure. There are pros and cons to consider when going this route, however, such as the fact that bank-owned properties often need more TLC than other homes on the market, and many are sold as-is. What’s a bank-owned foreclosure?

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AUGUST 31, 2021

We talked with veteran real estate agents with a combined 30-plus years working with foreclosures to bring you a comprehensive guide to the often confusing world of distressed properties. A foreclosed home is a property that has been seized by the bank after the homeowner failed to make their mortgage payments. Auction sale.

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JUNE 28, 2021

The buyer must work with a HUD-approved real estate agent/broker for all bidding (HUD homes are sold at auction). Buyers should arrange financing with a bank or mortgage lender ahead of time. It’s also important to know what the inspection process involves, depending on the house’s location. “In The inspection process.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2022

If you’re in the market for real estate, either as an investment or a residence, REO (which stands for “real estate owned” also known as “bank owned”), homes can offer you a deal, but without the hassle of dealing with a foreclosure auction. Source: (Roger Starnes Sr / Unsplash). What is an REO home?

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MARCH 10, 2023

Generally, I start from the back — what is the after-repair value (ARV) when the house has been fully renovated? Inflation has had a big impact on renovating a house and that is something flippers have to take into consideration when creating a budget, Wise adds. Even if something went wrong, you likely wouldn’t end up losing money.

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MARCH 30, 2022

Whether you inherited a home on the opposite coast or are finally selling a pre-pandemic condo that’s too small to support working remotely, selling a house from out of state will eventually be freeing and hopefully a blessing to your bank account. What's Your Out-of-State Home Worth? Foreclosure.

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