HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

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. Short sale. A short sale is when a mortgage lender agrees to accept a lower payoff amount than the remaining balance owed on a home. Dodge move.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Before the pandemic created a hot market, about 8% of appraisals came in lower than the offer on the home. The so-called appraisal gap began rising in frequency around July 2020, and by June 2021, there was a gap between sales price and appraised value in one-fifth of all home sales requiring financing. The house is unique.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 5, 2020

One important factor in how much a house will go for at a foreclosure auction is its appraised value — the professional estimate of its worth in the current market. Knowing the ins and outs of the market you’re hoping to buy in will help you estimate a potential auction price. Current market. Appraised value.

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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. If you’re obtaining traditional financing, waiving the financing contingency can put your earnest money deposit at risk. Short sale or bank approval contingencies.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

“This gives us a good idea of the condition of the property, so we know where we can provide value in the sale. If the whole house has been renovated recently and the seller wants full market value, they’re typically better off working with an agent.”. Step 2: Research your local cash buyer market. Good bones.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

If you only pay cash for the down payment, and take out a mortgage for the remainder of the purchase price, it keeps more money in your pocket. In a competitive market, paying cash could help you beat out other homebuyers. Submit earnest money: 1 day. Despite this, there are benefits to a cash offer. Low appraisals.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 1, 2020

He knew the market and what the home could capture in terms of sales price once it had been fixed up. Know thyself” particularly applies when buying in the foreclosure market. As well, Fannie Mae was only giving them two days to overnight mail the earnest money deposit. A quick flip. An unexpected buy.

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