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Everything You Need to Know About Making an Offer: 15 Tips for Homebuyers

HomeLight

But if you’re at the stage when you do want to buy a house, and you’re financially qualified to do so, be ready to act swiftly and seriously. Determine how much earnest money to offer. The customary amount to put down as an earnest money deposit will vary based on your market. Be ready to make a move.

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House Appraisal Tips: What Home Buyers and Sellers Should Know

Realty Biz

Let’s take a look at the things you need to know when you are going through the home appraisal stage in a real estate transaction. For example, did the appraiser take into consideration that you have a brand new kitchen and new baths? When buying your first house, you certainly can’t afford to lose any money.

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11 Homeselling Myths, Debunked

The Close

Still, the car was detailed, professionally photographed, staged, posted online, and syndicated to numerous websites to find a buyer. Plus, my clients nearly lost their earnest money deposit due to the delays. Home sale preparation is done like a dealership preps the cars for the lot.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Florida (2022 Updates)

HomeLight

The form will walk you through documenting what you know about which features your home has, such as trash compactor, number of ceiling fans, and the brand of your oven and dishwasher. Step 3: Declutter, clean, stage, and add curb appeal. Earnest money. No repairs, no staging, no open houses.