Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

With the seller-paid version, seller concessions, which are closing costs the seller agrees to pay, are deposited as a lump sum into the buydown account. The temporarily lower rate is made possible by a lump sum that is deposited into a buydown account. Presented by: Flagstar. primary home purchases.

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Redfin

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Closing costs arent just a buyers responsibility – sellers have their own expenses to consider as well. On average, sellers can expect to pay between 6% to 10% of the sale price in closing costs , including agent commissions, transfer taxes, and title fees. What are closing costs for sellers?

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Housing Wire

MARCH 22, 2024

Unlike many other metropolitan areas across the country , the housing market in Southwest Florida is comparably flush with for-sale inventory. “I There is also some pent-up desire to sell being released by a steadier interest rate environment and an overall slower market.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 12, 2023

None of the surveyed mortgage professionals said staff cuts caused decreased ability to close loans and lack of training were the challenges they faced. LenderPulse requests surveys from 24,000 mortgage professionals across the country on market trends and lender opportunities and challenges. Of the 155 completed surveys, 32.3%

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Realty Biz

JUNE 22, 2021

What to Know About a Seller Concession. Many terms get bantered around in real estate that either a buyer or seller may not know the meaning of. One such term is seller’s concessions. It is not uncommon at all for a client to ask what are seller concessions. What is a seller concession?

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Housing Wire

JULY 4, 2024

As Gen-Z enters the housing market , many say they’ve given up on buying a home. Some blame millennials and some blame boomers, while others say that, in fact, boomers are the ones who faced the toughest headwinds when entering the housing market. There’s a lot of finger-pointing and very few solutions.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2024

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) proposed settlement of litigation, recently given preliminary approval by the Court, has raised questions about whether buyers with limited resources, especially first-time home buyers , can afford closing costs. In a seller’s market, that may well occur.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Set the stage: Educate your clients on the market This is your time to shine! Show off your real estate knowledge by educating your buyers on what the market is like in your area. Explain current market conditions: Is it a buyers market, sellers market, or a more balanced market?

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

This means navigating the highs and lows of the real estate market and strategizing ways to improve the terms of the deal on the table. One type of incentive that buyers—and sellers—can use is called seller concessions. How do seller concessions work?

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

JUNE 7, 2021

Everything You Need to Know About Seller’s Concessions Have you heard a real estate agent using the term “seller’s concessions” and wondered what it meant? Buying a home can stretch your finances to the limit, with closing costs that could be as much as 5% of the purchase price.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

For Rocket Pro TPO, home sellers or real estate agents will be funding the program, similar to a buydown program rival United Wholesale Mortgage launched last month. UWM announced that its temporary rate buydowns – fueled by seller concessions – would reduce borrowers’ interest rates by up to 2% for the first two years of a mortgage.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 16, 2023

BAM Key Details: A new Redfin report shows over 45% of sellers giving concessions to incentivize buyers, with a record 13% of sales involving both price cuts and concessions. Pandemic boomtowns, led by Seattle, have seen the biggest increases in seller concessions, which are most common in Las Vegas at 51.6%

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 16, 2023

However, this rise in first-time buyers helps explain what’s driving demand and keeping upward pressure on prices in a market with mortgage rates currently surpassing 7%. One of the primary reasons for this surge is the strong presence of millennials in the housing market, particularly those at the peak, around ages 33 and 34.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 31, 2025

When youre preparing to sell or buy a home, the phrase closing costs will be spoken (and written) on both sides of the transaction table. But what are closing costs? Understanding these costs upfront can help you budget properly and avoid surprises. Get Started What are closing costs?

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 19, 2024

Another wrinkle is that not all agents, brokerages or sellers are handling offers of buyer broker compensation the same way. “The Although O’Koniewski acknowledges that some agents may take a similar route to Pettinelli, she has told her agents to view seller concessions as “totally irrelevant.” “It

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Purchase and sale agreement Agents MLS Seller concession 476

Housing Wire

JUNE 25, 2024

After years of a market that favored sellers, the pendulum is slowly swinging back in favor of buyers. Compared to years past when homes sold in hours for thousands above asking, 41% of millennials expect to negotiate with sellers , 26% of whom expect to lower their prices.

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Real Trends

APRIL 11, 2023

Agents, has the fluctuating market made it more difficult to close deals this past year? As Realtors, we had to think creatively to help our sellers sell their homes. To think outside the box, some Realtors began using seller concessions. You are certainly not alone. In some areas of the U.S., So, what do you do?

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HomeLight

APRIL 14, 2023

Your California dream home has just come on the market, and you’re eager to make an offer. But even though the monthly mortgage payments fit into your budget, you’re concerned about coming up with enough cash for a myriad of closing costs in addition to the down payment. Find a Buyer's Agent What are closing costs?

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HomeLight

JANUARY 29, 2021

Other than that, you’re on the hook for the same closing costs as any other seller. Closing costs without a Realtor® typically average 1% to 7% of the final sale price. Mandatory costs include a long list of fees and taxes from involved parties such as the local and state government and mortgage lenders.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Industry experts estimate that sellers can expect to pay anywhere from 6% to 10% of their home’s purchase price in closing costs when it’s time to sell. So if your home sells for $450,000, you could spend anywhere between $27,000 to $45,000 in seller fees. Typical seller closing costs. Appraisal fee.

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Realty Biz

JULY 6, 2023

Two common strategies sellers use to entice potential buyers are offering a closing cost credit or a price reduction. What Is a Seller Credit? A seller credit, or a closing cost credit, is an agreement where the seller agrees to pay a portion of the buyer's closing costs.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

When you sell your house without the help of a real estate agent, you’ll save money on commission fees but won’t escape closing costs entirely. The same closing fees that apply to an agent-assisted sale will be charged to a FSBO seller, with the exception of the agent commission. Seller FSBO closing costs.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

JANUARY 11, 2023

A five percent bump might not seem all that great, but if you’ve been thinking about buying, that could be the sign you’ve been waiting to see in the market. Not only are lower prices a good reason to buy now, according to this Real Deal article , sellers gave buyers concessions in 41.9 Sellers are more likely to negotiate.

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HomeLight

APRIL 29, 2021

As a seller, your home sale price and proceeds are very different numbers. You’ll need to subtract your closing costs to determine how much money you’ll walk away with after the sale. So, what are closing costs in Delaware? In Delaware, sellers typically pay 6% to 10% of the home’s sale price in closing costs.

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Redfin

JANUARY 10, 2025

Deciding when to sell your home is a major decision that can be influenced by many factorsfinancial, personal, and market-driven. Arguably, the most important variables to consider before you make the decision to sell are home equity, transaction costs, and local market conditions.

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Bigger Pockets

JANUARY 12, 2023

New data from Redfin shows that seller concessions, such as mortgage rate buydowns and cash credits for repairs and closing costs, are becoming increasingly common as high mortgage rates curb demand for […].

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Broke Agent Media

MAY 31, 2023

of home sales during the three months ending April 30 involved seller concessions—just under February’s record high of 45.6% While sellers in some parts of the U.S. are offering freebies to attract buyers, thanks to the dampening effect of high mortgage rates, sellers in markets with severe housing shortages don’t need to.

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Windemere Selling

JANUARY 19, 2022

Before a buyer can hold the keys to their new home, and before a seller can celebrate the sale of their property, closing costs must be paid. Learn more about the costs of buying and selling a home here: 10 Costs Associated with Buying a Home 10 Costs Associated with Selling Your Home What are closing costs?

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HomeLight

JUNE 16, 2022

Days on the market or DOM is the number of days a property has been on the market from the time it’s listed for sale until the house is taken off the market with a signed contract. While the market in California is still hot for sellers, there has been a decrease in the number of homes sold. Seller concessions.

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HomeLight

JUNE 14, 2022

Days on the market or DOM is the number of days a property has been on the market from listing until having a signed sales contract. The Seattle market continues to sizzle with a DOM of just 33 days. The Seattle market continues to sizzle with a DOM of just 33 days. How much does it cost to sell a house in Seattle?

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Easy Agent Pro

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In today’s competitive real estate market , bidding wars have become common. Here, we’ll explore several novel yet effective ways of outwitting competition and increasing your chances of successful bidding in competitive markets. Start by researching the current market conditions where you intend to buy a property.

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HomeLight

JUNE 14, 2022

Embarking on a sales transaction of that size calls for some planning, including understanding the costs, potential proceeds, and how long your home might be on the market so you can anticipate your next move. Chicago didn’t have the huge spike in pricing that some of the markets throughout the states [had]. Santiago Valdez.

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HomeLight

JUNE 16, 2022

With the roaring housing market of the last couple of years, home prices are hitting all-time highs. Days on the market or DOM is the number of days a property has been on the market, from the time it’s listed until the home is taken off the market with a signed contract. Seller concessions. Closing costs.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

It not only demonstrates to sellers that you’re financially prepared but also accelerates the purchase process once you’ve found the perfect home. By showing sellers your readiness to buy, a pre-approval letter can set you apart, especially in a competitive market or when bidding on a coveted property where every advantage counts.

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Redfin

MARCH 18, 2025

Think of it as a good-faith payment that tells the seller youre committed. This deposit is usually between 1% and 3% of the homes purchase price, but the amount can vary based on the local market and the agreement between you and the seller. It can cover part of your closing costs. You may receive a refund.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

After new home sales set records in 2021 , the Texas housing market cooled in recent months, generally seeing decreases for homes under $400,000 that offset increases for homes priced over $750,000. With values and markets changing so dramatically, now may be a good time to check up on your home value. Seller concessions.

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HomeLight

MARCH 31, 2021

While researching the home sales process, you’ve likely come across the term “seller credit.” A seller credit is a type of seller concession where the seller offers the buyer money at closing to sweeten the deal. Seller credits are money the seller gives the buyer at closing.

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