Redfin

MARCH 12, 2021

However, your offer likely won’t receive the seller’s serious consideration without putting a good faith deposit down of some kind. Where does the earnest money go? . In most cases, your earnest money deposit is paid to the escrow or title company , which holds it in an escrow account until the transaction closes.

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Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

They ensure the legal transfer of property, review and prepare documents, resolve disputes, and ensure clarity of the title. States that don't require attorneys use title companies instead. Attorneys assist in reviewing and negotiating sale agreements, clearing title issues, and preparing all necessary legal documents.

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HomeLight

JUNE 23, 2022

It is usually held in the broker’s or title company’s trust or escrow account until closing. The earnest money typically goes towards the buyer’s down payment or closing costs. Here are eight common situations where buyers often get their earnest money back: 1.

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HomeLight

JULY 26, 2022

Maybe there are liens or judgments against the title — or maybe they don’t actually own the home they’re trying to sell. If the seller is working with a listing agent, their agent will more than likely have already done their due diligence to make sure they are able to sell their home. Title contingency. Jesse Allen.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 9, 2022

In other words, there won’t be any surprises at the closing table — you’ll know exactly what you’re paying and to whom. Don’t forget about closing costs. Some of these costs are the seller’s responsibility, and some will be yours. Title review fee. Title insurance. Earnest money: The breakdown.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Contingencies are clauses in real estate contracts stipulating that certain conditions must be met before the deal can close. Real estate contract contingencies are commonly associated with getting a mortgage, as lenders tend to do their due diligence on a property before they’ll put up the money for it.

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HomeLight

MARCH 22, 2022

Ever heard of the due diligence fee in North Carolina? Not to rain on your parade, but North Carolina has something called the due diligence fee, separate from the down payment or earnest money deposit, that you need to have ready to nab that home. What about closing costs?

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