Days on market Due diligence Pre-approval 
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Secure a mortgage pre-approval As a rule of thumb, its best to have your clients obtain a mortgage pre-approval prior to setting up any searches and conducting property tours. Required documentation Save your clients some time by providing them with a list of the documents theyll need to get pre-approved.
BAM Media
JUNE 24, 2025
Showing Up Unprepared Showing homes without knowing the comps, days on market, or list-to-sale price trends is lazy. If the MLS says “Include pre-approval and buyer financials,” don’t just send over an agreement with nothing attached. That’s not due diligence. You’re walking into someone’s home.
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Marco Santarelli
MAY 24, 2025
A pre-approval for a mortgage is a must. The days of naming your price and getting multiple offers in a weekend are likely over. Long-term investors who focus on cash flow might still find opportunities, but due diligence is more critical than ever. Lower prices and more inventory could bring opportunities.
Redfin
JULY 30, 2025
Knowing your true budget means going beyond just what a lender will approve you for. Get pre-approved for a mortgage and have cash ready One of the biggest signals to sellers that you’re serious is a mortgage pre-approval letter. Why pre-approval matters: It gives sellers confidence in your ability to close.
Marco Santarelli
JUNE 19, 2025
Days on Market are Increasing: Sellers Take Note! Adding to this trend, the median number of days it takes to sell a home in California in May was 21 days compared to just 16 days the previous year. Buyers: This could be your chance to enter the market. What does this mean for you if you are a buyer?
HomeLight
MARCH 30, 2021
As a buyer, that means you have to do your due diligence from both a practical and contractual perspective. What does due diligence mean in residential real estate? That’s why we’ve put together this guide to due diligence for a homebuyer. Free Homebuying Due Diligence Checklist.
Marco Santarelli
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Here are some tips for buying a home in the Newark housing market : Be prepared to act quickly. Get pre-approved for a mortgage before you start shopping. Work with a qualified real estate agent who can help you navigate the competitive market. On average, homes in Newark, NJ sell after 41 days on the market.
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