HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

Both parties sign a contract and submit it to a title company. Instead, however, he advises sellers to validate cash buyers for proof of funds. However, “if there’s no issue with title commitment,” Hoeke says it can sometimes be done in one to three days. No pre-qualifying for a loan. There’s less uncertainty.”

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

Beyond doing your due diligence online, it’s also a good idea to pick up the phone and put a voice to the business. Harvell also suggests getting concrete proof that the buyer has purchased properties in their name as part of the vetting process. Verification of funds. Inspection period. Put a voice to a name.

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

Ramcharitar says sellers also pay 2% of the sales price for closing costs and another 2% for title insurance. He adds that negotiations and home inspection issues could further reduce the price by 10%. Home-buying companies generally pick up the remainder of closing costs that total about 8% including title search and title insurance.

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The Close

DECEMBER 29, 2022

A contingency might be the buyer selling their current house, requiring certain repairs to be made, or obtaining a clean termite inspection. Chain of title. As clients get ready for closing, they’ll hear a lot about the title. An established chain of title helps protect the buyer from future challenges to ownership.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 8, 2022

FSBO sellers might want to hire a home inspector for a pre-listing inspection to ferret out any major issues, such as a tired roof, then fix those items before going to market, she adds. The average inspection costs about $325 , depending on your home’s size. Before signing anything, Rodocker says to do your due diligence.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Most people who sell by owner will need to hire an attorney to review and prepare key documents and make sure paperwork is filled out properly, such as the seller’s disclosures , standard title insurance, a conveyance deed, and any transfer taxes. Invest in an appraisal or inspection. The paperwork can be stressful and overwhelming.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Yet after the home inspection, they’ll ask the seller to fix the items even though the price reduction took them into account. So your due diligence should include contacting the lender to ask about the type of financing and whether the buyer has the qualifications to be approved for a loan. Require everything in writing.

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