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. It is refunded to the buyer only upon certain contingencies specified in the contract. Issues that arise during due diligence.

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Redfin

MARCH 3, 2022

“A seasoned mortgage broker will fully analyze your situation and application, anticipate any issues, and guide you through the process to a smooth closing,” says Trey Bolen at Lendid Home Loans. It’s also important that buyers come to closing prepared with all necessary closing documents and payment for closing costs.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 30, 2020

A cash deal can close in as little as 7 days, while financed home purchases tend to take an average of 45 days to close. And if you add a home sale contingency into the mix (that is, if you need to sell your current home before you can buy a new one), closing the deal can take even longer.

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HomeLight

JULY 29, 2022

In the case of mortgage wire fraud, scammers impersonate the title company and send fraudulent wiring instructions via email for buyers to wire their down payment and closing costs to. If that happens, your funds could go MIA just as you need them to close. Problem: You didn’t budget for closing costs and are caught flat-footed.

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

When you work with a reputable cash home buyer in Orlando, you’ll likely experience a smooth journey from offer to close. Home-buying companies generally pick up closing costs including title search and title insurance that usually range from 1.5% to 3% of the sale price in Orlando.

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HomeLight

JULY 26, 2022

Either way, you don’t want to get yourself stuck in a situation where you waste your time attempting to purchase a home, only to be disappointed. 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.

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HomeLight

APRIL 26, 2023

Next: Consult our guide on who pays closing costs when selling a house by owner for more details. Finally, a FSBO sale does not mean that a seller won’t need any professional assistance. The first due diligence you want to do is make sure they have proof of funds ,” Graham recommends. Require everything in writing.

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