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Top 10 ways to get homebuyers to work with you

Housing Wire

Educate your clients about financing While many homebuyers can benefit from a 30-year, fixed-rate conventional mortgage , other borrowers might need access to other loan programs with more lenient guidelines. There are other ways to find inventory rather than just using your MLS. Online and offline resources are at your fingertips.

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Contingent vs. Pending: Real Estate Lingo Explained

RIS Media

” There are other statuses in the MLS listings like “Pending,” “Contingent,” “Coming Soon” and “Expired.” One of the most confusing things for buyers and sellers to understand is what contingent means vs. pending. Contingent vs. Pending? Appraisal Contingencies.

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What Does ‘Under Contract’ Mean on a Home Listing?

HomeLight

What contingencies might be attached to ‘under contract’ listings? Oriana Shea , a top-rated agent in California who has been helping homebuyers for 26 years, says that, depending on local multiple list service (MLS) rules and where the property is located, a listing might actually be tagged as “contingent” rather than under contract.

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What is a Contingent House Listing?

Point2Homes

A home listed as contingent means the seller has accepted an offer. However, before the sale can go to closing, certain contingencies must be met. These clauses are defined in the sales contract and often have to do with home inspections, mortgage approvals and appraisals. Contingent Statuses.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Colorado

HomeLight

Since you won’t be able to access MLS data without a real estate license, you’ll need to look at major home search sites to collect your data. Listing on the multiple listing service (MLS) will get your property more visibility. Negotiate inspection items (if applicable). Conduct your own comps analysis. Closing date.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Texas

HomeLight

Since you won’t be able to access MLS data without a real estate license, you’ll need to look at major home search sites to collect your data. Listing on the multiple listing service (MLS) will get your property more visibility. Negotiate inspection items (if applicable). But not every offer is a good offer.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in California (2023 Updates)

HomeLight

Since you won’t be able to directly access MLS data without a real estate license, you’ll need to look at major home search sites to collect your data. Listing on the multiple listing service (MLS) will get your property more visibility. Negotiate inspection items (if applicable). Conduct your own comps analysis. Closing date.