Redfin

JUNE 23, 2025

It’s a crucial period to verify the property’s condition, ensure it meets expectations, and meet any financing requirements set by the lender. In some states, buyers may also pay due diligence money—a non-refundable fee paid directly to the seller in exchange for this inspection window.

Due diligence

Redfin

MARCH 4, 2025

Pre-listing home inspection As the seller, it may be helpful to get an inspection of your home done before selling your home , though in most markets the buyer will pay for a home inspection and most states do not require a pre-listing home inspection. Particularly youll need the original purchase agreement and deed.

Purchase and sale agreement

HomeLight

JULY 29, 2025

Fast facts about selling a house ‘as is’ in Kentucky Median sales price in Kentucky $285,000 Average days on market (DOM) for Kentucky 13 days Disclosures Kentucky law requires sellers to disclose material facts about the property through the Kentucky Sellers Disclosure of Property Condition MLS has a field to mark a listing “as is”?

As-is

Realty Biz

JULY 1, 2023

Providing documentation of pre-approval - Providing proof of pre-approval from a lender will show that they're ready and willing to lend money when needed during escrow. Step 5: Securing Home Financing One of the critical steps in the home-buying process is obtaining the necessary financing to purchase the property.

Purchase and sale agreement

Kyle Handy

MAY 10, 2023

You don’t have to be a finance major to make it happen. Drop Off the Pre-Listing Package Once you have completed your comparative market analysis, now’s a good time to go drop off a real estate pre-listing package (for occupied homes) A pre-listing package is a “surprise” bonus and sets the stage for your appointment.

Pre-approval

HomeLight

OCTOBER 20, 2022

This establishes your ownership, along with details such as purchase price and previous seller disclosures. Many FSBO sellers will purchase a pre-listing appraisal. The buyer’s lender will probably require their own appraisal as part of their loan approval process. Check your state’s specific disclosure laws.

Purchase and sale agreement

Redfin

AUGUST 3, 2021

Every seller is different. However, if you’ve done your homework, can offer proof of finances, and have all your paperwork in order (such as a pre-approval), you’ll raise your chances of a good reception from a home seller. You don’t pay for your agent anyway; the seller does.

Agents