The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Offer a Sizeable Down Payment Make a big impression by offering a large earnest money deposit (EMD) to hold the contract. That’s not including the luxury market—the median sold price in my area in Florida is around $300,000. Offer Rent Back The possession date is often a point of negotiation in any sale.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Even a pandemic failed to slow down the 2020 real estate market. Yes, writing a high offer will incentivize the seller, but money isn’t the only factor! To help you set yourself up for success, read our primer with expert-backed tips for deciding on and presenting the strongest possible offer. No sales contingency?

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HomeLight

JUNE 30, 2021

Christina Roberto , an agent in Georgetown, Texas, who works with 78% more single-family homes than the average agent in her area, has had offers with sales contingencies accepted even in a hot seller’s market. If you have to make an offer contingent upon selling a house, here’s what you need to know. Should you drop the price?

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HomeLight

MARCH 2, 2023

Henderson says that while connecting with a reputable agent who knows the San Diego market is important, one thing potential buyers should be sure to do is to align themselves with a great lender. The San Diego real estate market tends to follow seasonal trends, with prices rising after the holidays and into the summer.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 29, 2020

These are the most common contingencies that are part of your new home closing process: Home inspection contingency: This gives buyers the right to have the home professionally inspected. If something is wrong, you can request that it be fixed—or you can back out of the sale.

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HomeLight

MARCH 20, 2023

Other common contingency clauses include: Inspection Contingency: If the buyer finds fault with the home inspection report, they can ask for the seller to make repairs, or they can cancel the contract within the contingency period. Their home may be on the market, but they do not have buyers. Money talks!

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Small-town charms and big-city conveniences beckon buyers in search of proximity to the nation’s capital, plenty of lifestyle perks, and a thriving economy and job market. According to the Arlington Department of Real Estate’s 2021 market study , residential property values are up 5.6%. on the southwestern bank of the Potomac River.

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