Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

has unveiled the latest version of its proprietary artificial-intelligence (AI) platform, called Morgan, which enables the lender to convert pre-approved, property-specific home loans into tradable non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The multi-trillion-dollar real estate market is based on countless singular person-to-person transactions.

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Point2Homes

JANUARY 31, 2023

Making an attractive offer is crucial, especially in a hot market. With a budget in place, your next step should be to get pre-approved for a mortgage. Without being pre-approved, you’ll need to delay your offer while you secure financing. This is especially true for closing dates.

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CT Homes

AUGUST 31, 2020

There is a huge difference between a pre-qualification and a pre-approval. Most lenders or mortgage companies will issue a pre-qualification letter after reviewing the credit report and taking verbal information on income, assets and employment. In many markets the reality may tell a different tale.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Myth #2: Wiggle Room in Pricing Is Essential for Negotiation The market price of a home can fluctuate by tens of thousands of dollars over a year. If you’ve got an overpriced listing on the market, it gets staler every day that the listing is available. Marketing your listings is one of those pieces that is done behind the scenes.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 22, 2022

That’s probably why the price was a little below the market average. Yeah, I’ve been studying the market for a while and knew what houses were selling for. In my eagerness to buy my first home, I made a full-price offer with the only continency being that my mortgage was approved. I didn’t even include an inspection contingency.

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Windemere Buying

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The more competitive the housing market, the greater the lengths buyers will go to to make themselves stand out amongst the competition. In a seller’s market , listings commonly receive multiple offers, often over their original asking price. The first step is to get pre-approved: The Importance of Pre-Approval.

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HomeLight

JUNE 28, 2021

In competitive seller’s markets , some buyers will strengthen their offer with an escalation clause. But even in a strong seller’s market, mishandling offers with escalation clauses can backfire. In a competitive market , buyers can get caught up in the bidding process, offering more money than the home is worth.

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The Close

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

A strong seller’s market is a lot like dealing with the craziness of this pandemic. Hating to lose more than I wanted to win, I came up with these seven creative strategies to make any offer stand out in a seller’s market. Make Sure You Have a Proper Approval Letter From a Reputable Lender. CALL the Listing Agent.

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CT Homes

AUGUST 31, 2020

There is a huge difference between a pre-qualification and a pre-approval. Most lenders or mortgage companies will issue a pre-qualification letter after reviewing the credit report and taking verbal information on income, assets and employment. In many markets the reality may tell a different tale.

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CT Homes

AUGUST 31, 2020

There is a huge difference between a pre-qualification and a pre-approval. Most lenders or mortgage companies will issue a pre-qualification letter after reviewing the credit report and taking verbal information on income, assets and employment. In many markets the reality may tell a different tale.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Ensure Your Client Has Loan Pre-approval Many sellers are anxious to get to the closing table quickly, which drives many to cash buyers , even for a lower price. Also, understand the difference between a prequalifying and a pre-approval letter. FAQs What is a bidding war?

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Realty Biz

JULY 1, 2023

Depending on how far along in the escrow process you are, this can be done in a variety of ways: Providing a deposit - If you have not yet made an offer on a home, consider providing an earnest money deposit as your first step.

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Louisville Homes

OCTOBER 26, 2021

In a seller’s market , many homes for sale wind up in bidding wars. Get a Pre-Approved. If you cannot afford a cash purchase, you need to get a mortgage pre-approval before house hunting. If you cannot afford a cash purchase, you need to get a mortgage pre-approval before house hunting.

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Dwell Real Estate

JUNE 24, 2021

These criteria, or contingencies, are clauses in a sales contract that typically fall under three major categories: appraisal, home inspection, and mortgage approval. Such contingencies are mainly put in place so that buyers can back out of a real estate sale if something goes wrong, usually without losing their earnest money deposit.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

How your real estate agent markets your property when an offer has been accepted can have vital implications. They will also get their earnest money deposit back , and the home will go back on the market. Will they be marketing the home properly? Sometimes real estate markets heavily favor sellers.

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CT Homes

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Currently in most markets demand is high and supply is low leaving sellers with the upper hand. In addition to down payment on your loan you should consider increasing your Earnest Money Deposit (EMD). This is money that you potentially stand to lose if you back out of the deal without justification. Closing Terms.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 12, 2022

And in some scenarios, the seller won’t be required to attend in-person if they pre-sign the deed and other documents. On the other hand, smaller local lenders often have shorter closing times because they tend to be nimbler and more adept at navigating the quirks of their local market. Source: (Max Nüstedt / Unsplash).

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Dwell Real Estate

JUNE 24, 2021

These criteria, or contingencies, are clauses in a sales contract that typically fall under three major categories: appraisal, home inspection, and mortgage approval. Such contingencies are mainly put in place so that buyers can back out of a real estate sale if something goes wrong, usually without losing their earnest money deposit.

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Point2Homes

JULY 28, 2020

The buyer is required to deposit their ‘earnest money deposit’, a sum of money that typically equates to around 1-3% of the sale price. This is paid in good faith to show that the buyer is serious about the transaction and has the funds to proceed, obligating the seller to take the house off the market.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

Loan approval. In fact, buyers should go one step further (if they can) and get pre-underwritten for a loan , which offers even more security for both buyers and sellers. If this problem can’t be resolved, an appraisal contingency in the contract allows the buyer to cancel the agreement and retain their earnest money deposit.

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Redfin

MAY 5, 2023

An overview of the Texas housing market The Texas housing market is rich in diversity, with plenty of options to suit different budgets and lifestyles. However, due to the recent hike in mortgage rates, the market has experienced a slight decline, with median sale prices dropping by 2.5% to $341,300 and competition slowing down.

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CT Homes

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Currently in most markets demand is high and supply is low leaving sellers with the upper hand. In addition to down payment on your loan you should consider increasing your Earnest Money Deposit (EMD). This is money that you potentially stand to lose if you back out of the deal without justification. Closing Terms.

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CT Homes

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Currently in most markets demand is high and supply is low leaving sellers with the upper hand. In addition to down payment on your loan you should consider increasing your Earnest Money Deposit (EMD). This is money that you potentially stand to lose if you back out of the deal without justification. Closing Terms.

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Redfin

JUNE 21, 2023

Learning from experienced investors can vastly build your understanding of how it works, beginning with market research and ending with either the sale or signing a tenant in your new rental. You should identify a knowledgeable real estate agent who understands the local market and can help you identify promising investment opportunities.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2023

Higher interest rates have been cooling the housing market nationwide, and real estate in Colorado is no exception. Inventory is starting to rise along with the average number of days on market as of September 2022. Within three weeks of marketing on their own, 80% to 85% of FSBO people will contract with a real estate agent.

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HomeLight

JUNE 23, 2022

However, if the buyer terminates the contract for any other reason not specified in these conditions, the seller is typically entitled to keep the earnest money as a concession for the time they took the home off the market to enter into the exclusive agreement. Is earnest money refundable?

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HomeLight

MARCH 31, 2022

The seller’s market continues to boom in Florida. drop in median time on the market. We’ll also provide a comprehensive overview on the full process to prep, market, and close on your home without the assistance of a real estate agent. Average time on market: 14 days (Jan 2022). Can FSBO sellers post a yard sign ?

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HomeLight

JUNE 29, 2022

According to Chester Ardolino , a real estate agent in Springfield , Massachusetts, the time to think about your top priorities as a seller is before the house hits the market. Some of us in the business have been calling this the ‘name your price’ market,” Ardolino says. But markets change, and sellers need to be prepared. “It

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HomeLight

MARCH 6, 2023

Consider factors such as how long you plan to be in the area, if you have steady employment, and if you have enough money saved for not just the down payment, but for closing costs , maintenance, property taxes, and more. The benefit of owning a house far outweighs what might be considered a higher interest rate in the current market.”

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Buyers with lower credit scores or lower down payments can sometimes get an FHA loan even if they can’t get approved for a conventional loan. You may also experience less competition from other owner-occupant buyers for HUD Homes than in the traditional real estate market. The home is then sold at a discount by HUD. Pretty big perks!

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HomeLight

MARCH 2, 2023

Consider factors such as how long you plan to be in the area, if you have steady employment, and if you have enough money saved for not just the down payment, but for closing costs , maintenance, property taxes, and more. CalHFA works through approved lenders, and buyers apply for the program through their loan officer.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2020

The need for a competitive offer is stronger than ever these days, when experts nationwide agree that the events of 2020 have created a robust seller’s market. Unless you’re paying cash for a house, your best course of action is to include a pre-approval letter from a mortgage lender with your offer.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Appraisal contingency: With this contingency, a third party hired by your mortgage lender evaluates the fair market value of the home. Financing contingency: This contingency gives you the right to back out of the deal if your mortgage approval falls through. Get final mortgage approval. Clear the title.

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

We’ve gathered insights from real estate experts to create this guide for navigating Houston’s cash home buyer market so you can sell your property in as fast a time frame as you require. But newcomers who invested in Houston’s sizzling real estate market are backing off during the downturn. Need to Sell Your House Fast in Houston?

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Redfin

AUGUST 3, 2022

A real estate agent will be with you every step during the home buying process and will offer expert knowledge of the local housing market. Research mortgage options and get pre-approved for a home loan. Once you have selected a lender you want to use and before you start looking at homes, get a mortgage pre-approval.

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The Close

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Furthermore, in today’s market, understanding our complex mortgage industry could actually help you close more deals and maybe even save clients money. There is always a chance a sale might not go through, especially in today’s wild interest rate market. It’s often presented as a percentage of the fair market value.

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