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Fighting Against Real Estate Fraud

The Residential Specialist

Real estate is no exception; high-dollar sales mean creative con artists bring their A-game. Be aware It’s hard, especially when you are hungry to make a sale, to remember that things that sound too good to be true are usually just that. She also personally experienced an attempt to pull a bait-and-switch with deposits.

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Navigating Bidding Wars During a Hot Real Estate Market

RIS Media

Your client should also come prepared with a few other things: a pre-approval letter, earnest money deposit and, if they are paying cash, a proof of funds document. Bolin suggests that the higher earnest money deposit your client makes, the more the offer may stand out.

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What to Look for in a Strong Cash Buyer

CT Homes

Below are just some of the markers that you should keep in mind when working with a cash buyer on the sale of your home. The earnest money deposit should be substantial and submitted to escrow within 72 hours of offer acceptance or sooner. Strong Offer Terms.

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How to Sell your Home for Cash: The Process!

CT Homes

If you are not experienced in sales it is easy to get tempted into moving forward with the first offer that comes your way. If they are offering cash make sure they submit an updated proof of funds letter. Sales contracts are different in every state. Earnest Money Deposit.

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Tips to be a Successful Buyer During Season

Dwell Real Estate

When an offer is submitted, seller's prefer to see proof of funds and/or a pre-qualification letter to be sure they are dealing with a qualified buyer. Submitting the proof of funds or pre-qualification letter with the offer makes you a stronger buyer in the eyes of the seller.

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11 Homeselling Myths, Debunked

The Close

Home sale preparation is done like a dealership preps the cars for the lot. Preparing Your Home for Sale Myth #4: Your Home Should Reflect Your Personality Sellers, especially those who have lived in their home for decades, are attached. Plus, my clients nearly lost their earnest money deposit due to the delays.

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Find Cash Home Buyers in Houston for a Fast, Simple Sale

HomeLight

Do you need to connect with cash home buyers in Houston for a fast sale? Perhaps you’re relocating for your dream job in two weeks, but you don’t have the time or money to replace the roof on your University Place ranch that has sprung a leak. Need to Sell Your House Fast in Houston? No showings, no repairs, no open houses.

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