HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2020

You may have heard that short sales, foreclosures, or bank-owned properties offer great opportunities for a steal , but what do these different terms mean, and how does the homebuying transaction work for each? What’s the difference between buying a short sale vs. a foreclosure, and where can the best deals be had?

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

It’s likely that you will sell your home to a buyer who will finance the purchase with a mortgage. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 87% of home buyers finance property purchases with a mortgage. Mortgage companies require an appraisal to determine the value of a home.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

To help prove their serious intentions, they are happy to offer proof of funds and provide substantial earnest money. Lenders may not agree to provide financing for homes that fail to meet minimum property standards as evaluated by a home appraiser. Financing contingency. 1% to 3% of sale price on top of commission.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 24, 2022

However, this buyer needs a mortgage to finance the deal, and that can take months. By contrast, a cash sale can be wrapped up in as few as 7 to 10 days since the transaction doesn’t require a lender’s involvement. Before signing an offer, ask for proof of funds. mortgage process. Skip the appraisal.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

Mortgage interest is tax-deductible , and many homeowners appreciate the deduction. 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. With a mortgage, the bank verifies that the buyer has the down payment available to close.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

Brian Martucci , a personal finance expert for Money Crashers , says that cash buyers tend to target the types of properties and sellers that reinforce the inherent advantages of their strategy. A 10-day closing translates as getting your home sold around five times faster than with a buyer who needs financing in today’s market.

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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. So we’ve included a handy download with questions your clients should ask their mortgage broker. Adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Assumable mortgage. Acceleration clause.

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