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Definitions for Deal-Seeking Buyers: Short Sales, Foreclosures, and REO Homes

HomeLight

One thing to keep in mind, though, is that the seller probably isn’t going to have cash reserves available to fix any issues uncovered in the inspection before closing. In some cases, however, these homes may be fixer-uppers, so always be sure to get a full home inspection, and don’t take any shortcuts in the process.

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131 Real Estate Terms & Definitions Your Clients Expect You to Know in 2023

The Close

A contingency might be the buyer selling their current house, requiring certain repairs to be made, or obtaining a clean termite inspection. Don’t you love it when the co-borrower is the client’s dad who comes along on the inspection and is suddenly an expert on chimney engineering? Home inspection. Proof of funds.