The Close

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Inspect the land: Take a stroll on the property—bring your favorite boots. Industrial: Warehouses for storage, discount wholesale stores, lumber yards, or factories. Step 5: Get a Pre-approval & Arrange Financing Many folks are curious about how to buy land without dropping a ton of cash. It helps to be in the know.

Land

BAM Media

MARCH 6, 2025

Eight things sellers fear a home inspection could reveal: Issues with windows or doors like drafts, broken seals, etc. (18% Eight things sellers fear a home inspection could reveal: Issues with windows or doors like drafts, broken seals, etc. (18% The question is, do you know how to help your sellers move with it?

Agents

BAM Media

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The buyer suddenly wants “just one more inspection.” Have pre-written scripts for the most common freakouts so youre never caught off guard. ” Inspection turns into a disaster? For industry news, edutainment and humor, sign up for the BAM newsletter. The lender goes radio silent. The buyer gets nervous.

Pre-approval

HomeLight

JULY 29, 2025

Consider a pre-listing inspection While it might seem unnecessary for an as-is sale, a pre-listing inspection can help identify issues early and support an accurate price. There are a lot of agents in the industry who follow the path that ignorance is bliss. I prefer to get ahead of things.

As-is

HomeLight

APRIL 11, 2025

Because cash buyers already have the funds available, theres no need to wait on mortgage approvals or inspections. Risk of scams: Unfortunately, the industry does have its share of scams , making it important to stay alert when choosing a buyer. If you accept, the closing can happen fast, letting you move forward without delays.

Inspection

Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2021

According to industry experts, there is more to a home offer than just the price you are willing to pay. Get pre-approved to show you mean business: Consider obtaining a pre-approval for a mortgage from a lender by the time you reach the offer stage, as this document can play a key role in the negotiation process.

Pre-approval

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The industry is buzzing with conversations around appraisal modernization — for good reason. It also holds great promise in attracting a new generation of bright, talented appraisers who may have otherwise not given the mortgage valuations industry a second look. Technology makes this possible as it builds new efficiencies.

Pre-approval

Housing Wire

JUNE 4, 2025

This career path is growing quickly, attracting interest from current real estate professionals and those looking to enter the industry for the first time. From flexible online courses to hands-on training out in the field, well walk you through the six best home inspection training schools we recommend. Lets get started.

Inspection

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2023

We’ve reviewed all the key information to determine the best Arizona real estate schools to help you get licensed quickly and efficiently with a state-approved, online program at an Arizona real estate school. Course Options See Details Pricing AceableAgent’s prelicensing classes are ADRE-approved 90-hour real estate courses.

HR

HomeLight

MAY 27, 2021

And while you understand that a home inspection and appraisal are integral to selling your house, it’s easy to forget how these processes work. Costa is also the author of “ What Every Realtor Should Know About Home Inspections: A Guide to Avoiding Traps and Common Mistakes ”. What is a home inspection? What is an appraisal?

Inspection

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Bill Bymel, managing director at Spurs Capital , an investment manager specializing in distressed mortgages, said that about 15% of the overall portfolio during the pandemic contained non-communicative borrowers, up 50% compared to the same pool of borrowers pre-COVID. Still, monthly foreclosures were half the pre-pandemic levels. “We

Loans

Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

This is especially effective if you’re newly licensed, just moved to a new area, or simply as an introduction if you’ve haven’t previously told your neighbors that you’re in the real estate industry. I’d be happy to email you a copy of their pre-approval letter. Are you considering selling your property?

Brokerage

Toronto Realty Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I have been perhaps the harshest critic of the pre-construction condominium industry in Ontario over the past two decades. Some of you, reading this, have made money in pre-construction. I think I grew so disenfranchised with writing about the perils of pre-con that I finally stopped. I have no doubt about that.

Construction

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

After completing an approved course of study, you’ll be able to sit the state real estate exam. Colibri Real Estate is a state-approved real estate education provider with over 132 instructors experienced in Massachusetts real estate sales and teaching best practices.

HR

RIS Media

MAY 4, 2022

By combining their purpose-built platform of Online Self Study (OSS) with personalized feedback, professional education provider, The CE Shop, has announced it now offers a more engaging and modern approach to taking NMLS-approved courses. For more information, visit TheCEShop.com.

Pre-approval

RIS Media

MAY 19, 2021

Loan origination fee, loan discount, appraisal fee, credit report, lender’s inspection fee, mortgage broker fee, tax service fee, flood certification fee, flood monitoring, etc. – Closing/escrow/settlement fee, title insurance, notary fee, recording fee, pest inspection, home inspection, home warranty. Lender Fee.

Closing costs

RIS Media

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

The homebuying process is already complex, so understanding certain words and terms in the real estate industry will help you get ahead of the game for when you’re ready to start buying. Fees may include the appraisal, the home inspection, a title search, a pest inspection and more. The fee, usually 0.3 – 1.5

Pre-approval

RIS Media

APRIL 11, 2022

Help with lending pre-approval. To help make the process as seamless as possible, connect your client with a lender and secure mortgage pre-approval before flipping through hundreds of listings. Manage the inspection. This will guide your property search within the bounds of their budget and home-buying goals.

Pre-approval

RIS Media

APRIL 18, 2022

Buyers are waiving a home inspection. Get pre-approved for a mortgage. Before making an offer on a property, it’s important to have pre-approval for a mortgage. Your agent can help you get pre-approved for a mortgage in the current market. This one is a biggie. Check your credit report.

Pre-approval

RIS Media

APRIL 8, 2022

While financing may be pre-approved, the process is complex. Home inspection problems. Home inspections are standard practice when buying a home and don’t usually stop a sale unless there is a severe underlying issue with the property. Appraisals that are lower than expected may put a home back on the market.

Debt-to-income ratio

RIS Media

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Your buyers even may have obtained pre-approval from a lender. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) , the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 211 says, “Chimneys, fireplaces and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits and correct clearances.

Pre-approval

Easy Agent Pro

AUGUST 27, 2023

While the summer real estate market may be more competitive, it allows everyone in the industry to grow their business and make clients very happy. Submit Encourage Clients To Get Their Pre-Approval Letter Real estate agents can help summer buyers by encouraging them to get pre-approval letters.

Pre-approval

HomeLight

OCTOBER 20, 2022

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. Pre-inspection. Getting a pre-listing inspection can facilitate a quicker sale because it eliminates surprises – and gives the seller time to fix major flaws.

Purchase and sale agreement

HomeLight

DECEMBER 27, 2021

By following these pre-listing suggestions step by step, you can achieve a smoother and more profitable home-selling experience. Follow a home inspection/appraisal checklist. Some repairs may be necessary in order to pass the home appraisal and/or home inspection. A home inspection is a requirement for many mortgage loans.

Pre-approval

First Team Real Estate

AUGUST 24, 2021

If there was a way to get her pre-approved , I knew this lender could do it,” Wilder says. ” And within just a few months, Trish was able to get pre-approved with a budget large enough for her to afford a small two-bedroom, two-bathroom home in her chosen city of Lake Elsinore. ” Wilder says.

Pre-approval

Toronto Realty Blog

AUGUST 29, 2022

From the article: British Columbia has announced a mandatory three-day period to allow homebuyers time to arrange an inspection and take other important steps like securing financing in the province’s high-pressure real estate market. Announces 3-Day Cooling Period For Home Sales To Reduce Risk To Buyers” July 21st, 2022.

Inspection

The Close

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The real estate industry constantly changes. So, let’s turn up the brightness and shed some light on the real estate industry. Plus, consider the fact that if an issue arises during the inspection, they can offer a credit to keep the deal moving forward. Even just showing a home takes a lot of coordination.

Pre-approval

App Folio

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

In the past year, the multifamily industry has turned to technology to overcome the unique obstacles brought on by COVID-19. Pre-COVID-19, many felt they were making great strides toward finding new and better ways to operate their properties. However, even as the industry has rapidly adopted tech, many are still holding back.

Technology

The Residential Specialist

JUNE 23, 2020

There’s a lot of fear about industries fully automating and kicking workers to the curb, but real estate is one of those industries that needs a human-to-human connection,” says DelRose, director of marketing for The Mike DelRose Team, a RE/MAX Revolution office in Watertown, Massachusetts. REALTOR ® Mike DelRose Jr.

Pre-approval

Redfin

AUGUST 3, 2021

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. Do you need an agent to be present for inspections and appraisals? Get pre-approved for a home loan.

Agents

Realty Biz

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Are there any other exciting jobs in real estate besides experienced local realtors and brokers in the industry? You need to finish a state-approved pre-licensing real estate course. In addition, the state can request to attend approved real estate courses every few years. The answer is a definitive yes.

Pre-qualification

Toronto Realty Blog

MARCH 25, 2022

Have a look… – “Mortgage Industry Urges Ottawa To Tackle Housing Affordability, Takes Aim At Homebuyer Incentive” Financial Post. – “GTA’s Housing Crisis Threatens Ontario’s Profitable Construction Sector, Industry Report Warns” National Post. March 21, 2022. March 24, 2022.

Purchase and sale agreement

Realty Biz

MARCH 13, 2024

Landing your first home is a thrilling and scary experience, especially if you are a newbie in the real estate industry. A lot of new buyers just eager for their new lives often miss some crucial steps during the buying process such as undergoing complete pre-purchase home inspection and understanding mortgage terms fully.

Pre-approval

Redfin

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Of course, standard contingencies related to a home inspection , appraisal, and financing are acceptable. Even if you have a pre-approval letter that shows you can readily purchase the home, you can offer a lower price or ask for the seller to pay mortgage points. Pre-paid mortgage points help both the buyer and seller.

Pre-approval

HomeLight

MARCH 31, 2022

FSBO sellers in Florida may want to consider getting a home inspection prior to listing their home for sale. Addressing any issues upfront helps buyers have peace of mind when making an offer and helps to prevent inspection-related closing delays. Get a pre-listing appraisal. Get Estimate. Step 2: Fill out your disclosure forms.

Purchase and sale agreement

HomeLight

MARCH 6, 2023

A home inspection and a home appraisal both happen after an offer has been made and accepted. Think of it this way — the home inspection is for you, the home appraisal is for the bank. They won’t do a full home inspection , but they will look for obvious issues like a cracked foundation, missing roof shingles, and water damage.

Pre-approval

HomeLight

JUNE 30, 2021

So we’ve talked to real estate experts and dug into industry research to pull together a definitive guide of open house do’s and don’ts for homebuyers to help you polish up your manners and arm you with the information you need. For example, you can keep details about pre-qualification between you and your real estate agent.

Pre-approval