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What’s the Deal with Making a Cash Offer on a House?

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Ever since the 2008-2009 recession, cash offers have become more prevalent, accounting for 33% of sales as of 2021 — that’s up from 20% in 2019. A loan contingent on appraisal could fall through, and the seller would have to find another buyer or reduce the price. Updated August 31, 2021. Source: (Mike / Pexels.com).

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How to Sell Your House Without a Realtor: 14 Steps to Selling FSBO

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According to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) 2020 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, 8% of homeowners opted to sell for sale by owner , or FSBO. It takes more than a for sale sign staked to your front lawn to sell a home without an experienced agent. Prepare your home for sale. Source: (Kelly Sikkema / Unsplash).