Closing Earnest money deposit Inspection Pre-qualification 
CT Homes
AUGUST 31, 2020
Even when you have a signed contract you still need the inspection, appraisal, insurance and closing to go off without a hitch. There is a huge difference between a pre-qualification and a pre-approval. Overwhelming Home Inspections. A handful of buyers back out of deals every day. Financing Issues.
CT Homes
AUGUST 31, 2020
Even when you have a signed contract you still need the inspection, appraisal, insurance and closing to go off without a hitch. There is a huge difference between a pre-qualification and a pre-approval. Overwhelming Home Inspections. A handful of buyers back out of deals every day. Financing Issues.
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CT Homes
AUGUST 31, 2020
Even when you have a signed contract you still need the inspection, appraisal, insurance and closing to go off without a hitch. There is a huge difference between a pre-qualification and a pre-approval. Overwhelming Home Inspections. A handful of buyers back out of deals every day. Financing Issues.
HomeLight
JULY 31, 2020
Closing on a house seems pretty straightforward. Once the buyer and seller sign the contract, the closing process begins — and therein lies the rub. While seamless closings are ideal for everyone involved, they almost never happen unless the buyer is paying cash on the home, and even then there can be a roadblock or two.
HomeLight
JUNE 28, 2021
Non-refundable earnest money: Roberts says making a portion of the earnest money deposit non-refundable makes it harder for the buyer to walk away if their offer is accepted. “It shows that they’re a little more serious than maybe someone who says, ‘well, I want to get through inspections first.'”
Dwell Real Estate
JANUARY 30, 2020
January - April are the busiest months of the year for a Realtor and their schedules tend to fill fast between showings, inspections, closings and assisting other clients. When an offer is submitted, seller's prefer to see proof of funds and/or a pre-qualification letter to be sure they are dealing with a qualified buyer.
HomeLight
MARCH 6, 2023
The Bay Area is also close to beaches, national parks, and the wineries of Napa Valley. 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.
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