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What Does It Mean to Back Out of a Home Purchase?

HomeLight

Buying a house is a major milestone, but what happens when you have second thoughts, or you can’t fulfill the agreement you signed? Backing out of a home purchase isn’t a decision made lightly, yet it’s a scenario that buyers might face. But what’s the real meaning of backing out of a home purchase?

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8 Essential Steps to Navigating Escrow in Home Buying

Realty Biz

Escrow acts as a neutral third party that holds funds and documents until all conditions of the home purchase are met. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) conducted a survey in October 2022, revealing that approximately 7% of deals in the preceding three months got terminated before reaching the closing stage.

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First Time Selling a House Checklist

Realty Biz

From preparing your home for sale to negotiating offers, these tips will ensure a successful sale. Sometimes it stops their sale dead in its tracks until the errors are corrected. Understand the current market conditions, including recent sales, average time on the market, and pricing trends.

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8 Powerful Questions From First-Time Home Sellers That Lead to Success!

Realty Biz

We explore everything you should know for a first-time house sale by answering frequently asked questions. Once your home is listed, it's essential to stage it properly to make a great first impression on potential buyers. Paying careful attention to these details leads to successful sales. Let's dig in.

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The Duties and Responsibilities of a Buyer's Agent

Realty Biz

They provide expert guidance, market insights, and negotiation skills to help them find and purchase a suitable property. A study by Collateral Analytics suggests that having a buyer's agent can significantly reduce the time a buyer spends searching for a home, streamlining the process and reducing stress.

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How to Conduct a Smooth Real Estate Transaction

McKissock

Purchasing property, especially a home, can be a very emotional experience. In order to reach an acceptable agreement with the most favorable terms, make sure your buyers are aware of the market and the most important factors when constructing an offer. Title search. Making an offer. Number of days on market. Inspections.

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Georgia Sellers: Here’s a Round Up of Your Closing Costs

HomeLight

The Georgia Association of Realtors reports that closing costs in Georgia typically range 5% to 10% of the home’s sale price. This total cost includes: Prep costs: $5,238 for pre-listing home improvements such as lawn care, painting, staging, and more. Title search fee. On average, title insurance costs between 0.5%