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Fighting Against Real Estate Fraud

The Residential Specialist

Agents must stay vigilant as fraud and scams become more prevalent in the residential real estate profession By Jason Henninger Anywhere there are financial transactions, the threat of fraud comes with them. In encountering the aforementioned scam, Veach had asked for and received bank statements, identification and proof of funds.

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Selling to Florida Cash Home Buyers: Tips from Experts

HomeLight

Before signing an offer, ask for proof of funds. The serious, professional, reliable home buyers will gladly show you legitimate proof of funds.”. The signed contract is then sent to the title company. The buyer runs a title search on the property. How to request a cash offer in Florida. mortgage process.

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How to Get Cash for Your Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

HomeLight

Although it’s not as sure of a bet, you could also attract a regular residential buyer who has enough liquid assets to buy a house outright. Harvell also suggests getting concrete proof that the buyer has purchased properties in their name as part of the vetting process. Verification of funds. Step 7: Clear the title.

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

The Close

Chain of title. As clients get ready for closing, they’ll hear a lot about the title. Chain of title is an historical record of previous owners of a property that’s essential in establishing the legal ownership of the property. An established chain of title helps protect the buyer from future challenges to ownership.

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How to Sell a House By Owner in Iowa: A Hawkeye State FSBO Guide

HomeLight

The Iowa State Bar Association also provides a Residential Property Seller Disclosure Statement form. Requiring the buyer’s pre-approval letter or proof of funds. When considering an offer on your Iowa home, avoid risk with these considerations: Vet potential buyers by requiring a mortgage pre-approval letter or proof of funds.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in South Carolina: A FSBO Guide

HomeLight

Here are key considerations when considering an offer on your South Carolina home: Vet potential buyers by requiring a mortgage pre-approval letter or proof of funds. However, as a FSBO seller, you can obtain the Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement from the South Carolina Real Estate Commission or online at eForms.

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How to Sell a House By Owner in Alabama

HomeLight

The first due diligence you want to do is make sure they have proof of funds ,” Graham recommends. Here are key considerations when evaluating an offer on your Alabama home: Vet potential buyers by requiring a mortgage pre-approval letter or proof of funds. Require everything in writing. See the next step!)

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