HomeLight

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Before you bid, it’s a good idea to run a title search , which will give you an indication of any liens on the home. In areas with a lot of residential demand, flippers or future landlords may crowd foreclosure auctions hoping to snag a deal — just like you. Constantine recommends you do your due diligence.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 24, 2022

Do your due diligence. As of 2019, foreign buyers’ purchases made up 38% of all residential real estate sales in Miami (compared to just 5% nationally), and 63% of foreign buyers paid cash (compared to 41% nationally), according to the Miami Association of Realtors. The buyer runs a title search on the property.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Review the detailed settlement document provided by the closing attorney and you’ll see a line item for a property title search. If a title search reveals any claims to or liens against the property, the transaction will be delayed until it can be resolved. Short sale or bank approval contingencies.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

Although it’s not as sure of a bet, you could also attract a regular residential buyer who has enough liquid assets to buy a house outright. Beyond doing your due diligence online, it’s also a good idea to pick up the phone and put a voice to the business. Put a voice to a name.

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The Close

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Chain of title is an historical record of previous owners of a property that’s essential in establishing the legal ownership of the property. An established chain of title helps protect the buyer from future challenges to ownership. A title search helps create that chain and is usually conducted by a lawyer or title company.

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