HomeLight

JUNE 29, 2021

Your sale is more likely to close and close faster with a cash offer than with an offer that hinges on a mortgage approval. Now that you know the basics of the cash-offer real estate world and its players, you need to understand the particulars of cash offers and how they differ from conventional offers with mortgages.

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Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Most buyers don’t usually have a large amount of money, so they often use their banks’ financing to help them buy homes. The home will serve as the security for the bank’s investment. They must ensure that they can recover any lost funds if the borrower fails to repay them. They will then request an inspection.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

A divorce, job move, or low bank account can all be strong motivators to go for the speed and convenience of a cash sale. Ask for proof of funds: You should always obtain documentation that a person or company is who they say they are and actually has the funds and abilities to complete a transaction of this size.

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HomeLight

APRIL 14, 2023

House Heroes also provides sellers with a proof of funds bank statement. The two have been friends since 8th grade and caught the “real estate bug” when they looked into purchasing one multi-family property together. Closing costs: Sellers pay no closing costs; House Heroes charges no fees.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

You should also request proof of funds to confirm that the buyer actually has the available cash to complete the purchase. This verification can come in the form of a certified bank letter with the official letterhead and should have the signature of the authorized bank personnel. Compare your offer to an agent’s CMA.

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HomeLight

JUNE 28, 2022

They send bank and financial statements without even being asked, to “prove” they can afford to pay cash. While proof of funds is part of a legitimate cash deal , the information would always pass between your agents and the escrow company. You’re unable to verify proof of funds. Probably not.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

Mortgage interest is tax-deductible , and many homeowners appreciate the deduction. If you only pay cash for the down payment, and take out a mortgage for the remainder of the purchase price, it keeps more money in your pocket. With a mortgage, the bank verifies that the buyer has the down payment available to close.

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Redfin

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

Plus, you will need them to see how much house you can afford and then seek pre-approval for a mortgage. Bank statements: To secure a mortgage, your lender will want a snapshot of all funds coming and going from your bank account for the past 30-60 days. Here’s a list of documents you will need: .

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

turn four walls and a roof into money in the bank, without the need for inconvenient showings, nail-biting appraisals , or a 50-day closing. Harvell also suggests getting concrete proof that the buyer has purchased properties in their name as part of the vetting process. If only there were a way to — poof! Verify past sales.

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The Close

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Furthermore, in today’s market, understanding our complex mortgage industry could actually help you close more deals and maybe even save clients money. So we’ve included a handy download with questions your clients should ask their mortgage broker. Adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Assumable mortgage. Acceleration clause.

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

You don’t need the added stress of waiting for the buyer’s mortgage approval or a home inspection turning up any unpleasant surprises. Reiner advises asking for proof of funds such as a bank statement to ensure the buyer has sufficient resources to close the deal. The seller and buyer agree on a price and terms.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

House Heroes further vets itself by providing a proof of funds bank statement. They wanted to buy one multi-family rental property, and, through that process, learned about rentals and house flipping, catching the “real estate bug.” Closing costs: Sellers pay no closing costs; House Heroes charges no fees.

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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. Naumann says buyers may not get a mortgage if big-ticket items like the roof or A/C aren’t in good condition. In the past two years, they could easily sell homes above market price, particularly to out-of-state buyers.

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HomeLight

APRIL 26, 2023

“The first due diligence you want to do is make sure they have proof of funds ,” Graham recommends. A bank statement will help weed out people who are just looking around and don’t have the qualifications to purchase your house from legitimate buyers who can obtain financing. Require everything in writing. See the next step!)

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

However, cautions Raymond, “It’s a good start, but you also have to remember that the bank (financing a buyer’s loan) is going to do their own appraisal. So keep in mind that your own appraisal is not a guarantee of how much a buyer will pay, nor how much a bank will approve. It’s just an opinion backed by their facts.”

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HomeLight

MAY 25, 2023

Richter cautions FSBO sellers that private appraisals may differ from bank appraisals. “I Sellers should also keep in mind that while buyers can often get pre-approved for a mortgage at the click of a button on a website, they may not have submitted the documentation to guarantee that approval. Require everything in writing.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

In addition, Johnson explains, “You need to know that the loan is good, or they have the cash in the bank if they’re paying cash.”. Here are key considerations when considering an offer on your Louisiana home: Vet potential buyers by requiring a mortgage pre-approval letter or proof of funds.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

However, Richter cautions FSBO sellers that private appraisals may differ from bank appraisals. “I Buyers may get pre-approved for a mortgage at the click of a button on a website, but might not have submitted the documentation. I tend to see that those come in much lower than actual market value,” says Richter.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 14, 2022

It’s not from a bank, it’s not an independent assessment of what the value is.”. Here are key considerations when considering an offer on your Illinois home: Vet potential buyers by requiring a mortgage pre-approval letter or proof of funds. The problem is that when a seller orders an appraisal, it’s for personal use.

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