HomeLight

JUNE 29, 2022

Making enough money off the sale to fund the downpayment on a new home. Selling the property “ as is ,” or without the needed repairs or renovations. Getting the highest possible offer for the property (even if it requires some additional work and money to prepare the property for sale). Require a sizable earnest money deposit.

Earnest money deposit 89

Earnest money deposit Purchase and sale agreement Closing costs Closing 89

The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Ensure Your Client Has Loan Pre-approval Many sellers are anxious to get to the closing table quickly, which drives many to cash buyers , even for a lower price. Also, understand the difference between a prequalifying and a pre-approval letter. That could be a pretty sizable chunk of money from the seller’s profit.

Pre-approval 75

Pre-approval Earnest money deposit Inspection Inspection contingency 75

HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Buyers with lower credit scores or lower down payments can sometimes get an FHA loan even if they can’t get approved for a conventional loan. HUD will also take care of some of the closing costs, up to 3% of the home’s purchase price. These costs include a mortgage origination fee up to 1%. Pretty big perks!

Earnest money deposit 75

Earnest money deposit FHA loan Pre-approval Finance 75

HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

They sign the lease just a couple of weeks after the home is renovated and ready for occupancy. He routinely works with multiple crews of contractors so he completes renovations at a lower cost and with fewer headaches than most homeowners. Then they deduct the cost of repairs to determine the offer price.

Sales 63

Sales Purchase and sale agreement Earnest money deposit Investor 63

Redfin

MAY 5, 2023

Get pre-approved from a lender One of the most important steps you can do for yourself is to get pre-approved for a mortgage loan. By obtaining pre-approval, you can get a clear idea of your budget for home shopping and make more informed decisions about which properties to consider.

Purchase and sale agreement 66

Purchase and sale agreement Pre-approval Seller disclosure Earnest money deposit 66

HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2023

However, be aware that if you get a pre-listing inspection, you will be required to share relevant findings with buyers and how you did or did not address them. Get a pre-listing appraisal. Alternatively, you could pay for a pre-listing appraisal. Closing costs. Earnest money. Step 9: Close the sale.

Purchase and sale agreement 92

Purchase and sale agreement Inspection MLS Inspection contingency 92

HomeLight

MARCH 31, 2022

Addressing any issues upfront helps buyers have peace of mind when making an offer and helps to prevent inspection-related closing delays. However, be aware that if you get a pre-listing inspection, you will be required to share relevant findings with buyers and how you did or did not address them. Get a pre-listing appraisal.

Purchase and sale agreement 85

Purchase and sale agreement Inspection Title MLS 85