The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The less your buyers need to finance, the less likely the deal will fall through. They only had to finance a small part of the home loan (less than $100,000) after they offered to pay 80% of the list price in cash. For example, many agents ask sellers to cover closing costs for their buyer clients.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

The associated contingencies , which come with additional risks for the seller, are where you’ll find most key distinctions between a cash offer and an offer backed by a mortgage loan. The most obvious contingency with an offer that requires financing is, of course, the financing itself. Though you can (and should!)

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 29, 2020

These are the most common contingencies that are part of your new home closing process: Home inspection contingency: This gives buyers the right to have the home professionally inspected. If something is wrong, you can request that it be fixed—or you can back out of the sale. Review your closing disclosure.

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HomeLight

MARCH 2, 2023

Consider factors such as how long you plan to be in the area, if you have steady employment, and if you have enough money saved for not just the down payment, but for closing costs , maintenance, property taxes, and more. Do they need to do a rent-back on the house, or do they want a quick close?

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HomeLight

MARCH 20, 2023

Other common contingency clauses include: Inspection Contingency: If the buyer finds fault with the home inspection report, they can ask for the seller to make repairs, or they can cancel the contract within the contingency period. Offer to pay the seller’s closing costs. Flexibility shows good faith.

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HomeLight

APRIL 21, 2022

Cash vs. financing : Cash offers usually result in a faster sale than mortgage-backed offers; if speed is an important aspect of the sale, this could make a significant difference. If specific criteria aren’t met, the deal can fall through; i.e., the sale is contingent upon various factors outlined in the offer.

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