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Opinion: What you need to know for a successful real estate transaction

Housing Wire

Buyers, sellers and lenders all have a stake in the sale, and title and escrow ensure that everyone’s interests are protected. They also help to prevent fraud and ensure that the sale is conducted legally and ethically. Another benefit of title and escrow is that they streamline the real estate transaction process.

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Things a Lawyer For Real Estate Does For Buyers

Realty Biz

Some of their key responsibilities include: Reviewing and preparing legal documents Ensuring the clarity of title and title insurance Facilitating the transfer of funds Resolving legal disputes Importance of Hiring a Real Estate Attorney Hiring a real estate attorney is crucial to protecting a buyer's interests.

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Heads Up Seller: You’re on the Hook for Paying Both Real Estate Agents’ Commission

HomeLight

of the final home sale price. While the seller is the one who technically pays commission fees, they don’t pay the commission until after they’ve received their home sale proceeds. So, it’s ultimately the buyer who brings the necessary funds to pay agent commissions to the closing table. There are a couple of rare exceptions.

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6 of the Top We Buy Houses for Cash Companies in Tampa Bay

HomeLight

Get an all-cash, no-obligation offer through HomeLight’s Simple Sale platform whenever you’re ready. Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. They usually present a take-it-or-leave-it sale price. If you accept the offer, you’ll both sign a sales contract.

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6 of the Top We Buy Houses for Cash Companies in Lakeland, Florida

HomeLight

Get an all-cash, no-obligation offer through HomeLight’s Simple Sale platform whenever you’re ready. Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. They usually present a take-it-or-leave-it sale price. If you accept the offer, you’ll both sign a sales contract.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in California?

HomeLight

But even though the monthly mortgage payments fit into your budget, you’re concerned about coming up with enough cash for a myriad of closing costs in addition to the down payment. Find a Buyer's Agent What are closing costs? Although the down payment is not part of your closing costs, it is typically due at the same time.

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5 of the Top We Buy Houses For Cash Companies in New Jersey

HomeLight

Maybe your company is transferring you from Atlantic City to Las Vegas, and you don’t have time for a lengthy home sale process. HomeLight’s Simple Sale platform provides full cash offers for homes in almost any condition nationwide and in New Jersey. Get an offer in as few as 48 hours and close in as little as 10 days.