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Killer Tips For Negotiating a Home Inspection

Realty Biz

One of the most vital phases of buying a house is having it inspected. Home inspections over the last few years were few and far between. The crazy hot seller's market forced many home buyers into forgoing their inspection. Instead of markets dramatically favoring sellers, they are becoming more balanced.

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What Are Common Terms and Conditions in a House Offer

Realty Biz

Home Inspection Contingency. One of the most common terms in an offer is the home inspection contingency clause. This contingency gives you a way to back out of the deal with your earnest money if the home inspector finds some serious issues. Common Contingencies Found in an Offer to Purchase.

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16 Tips to Win a Bidding War on a House

The Close

Offer a Sizeable Down Payment Make a big impression by offering a large earnest money deposit (EMD) to hold the contract. That showed the sellers that my clients were more invested and serious about purchasing the home. But every little concession is important when you’re in a bidding war on a house.