Housing Wire

DECEMBER 26, 2022

At many title firms, the slowdown in homebuyer demand, due to rising mortgage rates and higher home prices, meant a decrease in order volumes. First American executives noted that refinance revenue had declined 68% compared to a year ago, on the firm’s third quarter earnings call with investors, while Old Republic International Corp.’s

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 30, 2020

But is the cash closing process always seamless? A cash deal can close in as little as 7 days, while financed home purchases tend to take an average of 45 days to close. With a mortgage, there are all kinds of things that can go wrong to delay closing — financing issues and appraisals coming in low are two of the most common.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Closing costs are assumed to be part of doing business in real estate, but do cash buyers pay closing costs? Yes, you can expect charges for attorney hours, taxes, plus title and recording fees to still apply, though the use of cash can greatly reduce a buyer’s closing costs with the elimination of mortgage fees.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 28, 2020

There are many investors who would like to do a 1031 exchange. Although, a 1031 exchange process is complex it is one of the best tax advantages real estate investors have at their disposal. However, you don't have to close on these properties immediately. But can they? In this case, two parties literally exchange or swap deeds.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Arizona home sellers hoping to exchange the front door keys for a net gain on the sale should be aware that there are several closing items they’ll be responsible for, even as a hot seller’s market rocks the Sun Belt state. Closing Cost. Title Guarantee. $75-$200 75-$200 for title search; $1,400-$4,000 for insurance.

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Marco Santarelli

DECEMBER 29, 2024

This upward trend in rates can be attributed to renewed investor interest and adjustments in long-term bond yields, which are closely linked to mortgage rates. Investor Sentiment: The appetite of investors for mortgage-backed securities can directly impact mortgage rates. Conversely, when demand wanes, rates may rise.

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HomeLight

MARCH 9, 2022

When buying a home, taking a peek into the history of the property is an important part of the closing process. This step is commonly referred to as a title search , title review, or property history search — but by any name, it involves delving into the formal records of a home and the property on which it sits.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 24, 2022

In addition, 34% of Florida housing units are occupied by renters, so the state remains a hotspot for investor activity. Let’s review some of the top reasons to work with a cash home buyer in Florida: Faster time to close. Niakin says that most agents have a broad network of active investors. Property investors.

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Realty Biz

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Can you imagine buying a lot only to discover it has crept too close to the neighboring lot line? Brian Davis, a real estate investor and owner of Spark Rental , weighed in with the following advice. If traditional loans are unattainable, explore alternatives like seller financing, personal loans, or partnering with investors.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

As a rising number of companies provide cash offers for homes and improve experiences for sellers with advanced technology, the idea that you don’t have to wait months to list and close on your house appeals to many stressed-out sellers. Plus, you’ll save money on things like commissions, repairs, and closing costs.”.

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The Close

JANUARY 21, 2025

Wholesaling is a real estate investment strategy where an individual (the wholesaler) finds and contracts a property, typically at a significant discount, and then assigns or sells the contract to another buyer (typically an investor) for a profit. The buyers are not always investors. Sometimes, theyre homeowners or other wholesalers.

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HomeLight

JULY 25, 2023

No repairs, no staging, no showings — and close in as little as 10 days. Cash investors typically pay anywhere from 50% to 70% of market value. Faster closing When you sell a house for cash, you can get money for your home much faster (usually in a week or two compared to several months with a non-cash buyer).

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Point2Homes

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Even if you’re already aware of a mortgage lien, it’s always best to conduct a title search on your property prior to the sale, to make sure that there aren’t some you might have missed, such as HOA liens, sidewalk liens, and even just parking violations. The Buyer Can Try to Negotiate a Lower Price. So you might find yourself in luck.

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HomeLight

JULY 11, 2023

In this guide, we’ll fill you in on everything you need to know about selling a house with a lien and the steps to take to get to the closing table. Sometimes the easiest way to sell a house with a lien is to get a cash offer from an investor who is familiar with the process of resolving the title issue and can walk you through it.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

With the help of a local real estate agent and some seasoned San Antonio real estate investors, we created this guide to give you a head-start to finding a San Antonio cash buyer for your home. Affordable housing sparks investor activity in San Antonio. Affordable housing sparks investor activity in San Antonio.

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

We’ve gathered insights from top real estate agents and investors to create this guide navigating Orlando’s cash home buyer market so you can sell your property in as fast a timeframe as you require. Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. Need to Sell Your House Fast in Orlando?

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HomeLight

APRIL 15, 2022

After some email back-and-forth, they get their final iBuyer offer: Offer details: 98% of what a real estate agent estimated they could earn, minus a 5% service fee, a $2,000 repair credit, and 1% in closing costs. . They find this offer to be satisfactory and are able to close in days without mortgage lender involvement.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2022

Some states require that a real estate attorney be involved in every home closing while other states allow real estate agents and title companies to handle it. South Carolina, where Rhyne practices, is one of the states that requires a real estate attorney to conduct real estate closings in person. Title contingency.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

— turn four walls and a roof into money in the bank, without the need for inconvenient showings, nail-biting appraisals , or a 50-day closing. The main method is to request a cash offer from an investor or cash-buying company that will likely purchase your home “as is.” says Andy Kolodgie , a real estate investor in Washington, D.C.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

“A lot of sellers think selling a house ‘for cash’ means the buyer is going to show up with a briefcase full of money for them, but that’s not the case,” says Lucas Machado, a real estate investor and owner of House Heroes, LLC. “A Clear title. Review and sign the closing documents. Close for cash in as few as 10 days.

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Realty Biz

JUNE 4, 2023

Investors, brokerage firms, builders, and in fact, modern-day buyers or sellers, mostly millennials, prefer using online routes to manage and close transactions. What's more, virtual data rooms make sure that realtors easily collaborate with their teammates, the firm's management, investors, and everyone involved in the deal.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

To find out whether one has been filed on your property, you can do a free search at the county clerk or recorder’s office, either online or in-person. Another option is to contact a title company and request that they run a title search on the property, or ask your real estate agent for guidance.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2020

Your city or county can create a tax lien certificate that can be sold to outside investors. If you fail to pay off the lien, and the additional penalties and interest, that private investor can then foreclose on your home as a repayment of the debt. Tax liens will be discovered during a title examination.

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. The Greater Houston area is expected to continue being a hot investor marketplace this year as its 7.2 The Greater Houston area is expected to continue being a hot investor marketplace this year as its 7.2 No showings, no repairs, no open houses.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

She says the average buyer typically doesn’t seek out a foreclosed home, so investors and cash buyers will be your main competition. Plus, a physically foreclosed property will typically have its liens wiped out during the foreclosure process , so you know you’re typically getting a home with a clean title. Chance for a clean slate.

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HomeLight

JULY 28, 2022

Get an offer in as few as 48 hours and close in as little as 10 days. We Buy Houses companies in Milwaukee typically promise quick, all-cash offers and ultra-fast closings, often in as few as seven days. If you accept the offer, you’ll both sign a contract and the closing process will begin. Individual investor fees may vary.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

A title search can provide many of those answers, but you’ll also want to know the value of the home. There’s no obligation, and you can get an all-cash offer as quickly as 48 hours and close as soon as 10 days after accepting the offer. In most cases, you can pick a closing date that works for your schedule.

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HomeLight

MAY 28, 2021

For example, let’s say a tree crashes through a window or the roof sometime after you and the seller signed the contract but before the closing. Many as-is home sales target professional investors looking for a cash purchase or rehabbers (think the TV show Flip or Flop ). Conduct a title search.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 20, 2022

A concession occurs when a seller agrees to use part of the proceeds from their home sale to cover some, or all, of a buyer’s closing costs. Covering certain closing costs: $26,000-$27,625. Closing costs and additional fees in Austin. Closing costs and additional fees in Austin. Closing costs, taxes, fees.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

One investor I work with works solely in the rent-to-own arena, because they have it as their mission to supply good and fair housing to people who don’t have the means to purchase right now,” says Labus. Her investor client believes that everyone deserves to live in a place they can be proud of and be treated with dignity.

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HomeLight

JULY 28, 2022

Get an offer in as few as 48 hours and close in as little as 10 days. We Buy Houses companies in Louisville typically promise quick, all-cash offers and ultra-fast closings, often in as few as seven days. If you accept the offer, you’ll both sign a contract and the closing process will begin. Individual investor fees may vary.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 24, 2023

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. Request Offer Working with house-buying companies in Killeen We Buy Houses companies in Killeen typically promise to give home sellers quick, convenient all-cash offers, and exceptionally speedy closings, often wrapping up the property sale in as few as seven days.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. Request Offer Working with house-buying companies in Davenport We Buy Houses companies in Davenport typically promise to give home sellers quick, convenient all-cash offers, and exceptionally speedy closings, often wrapping up the property sale in as few as seven days.

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Point2Homes

JUNE 23, 2021

Distressed properties can be a very attractive option for both homebuyers and investors. You will still need to check MLS listings, research the local market, consider your financing options, obtain an appraisal and inspection, make an offer , negotiate and close the deal. Image: Pla2na / Shutterstock.com. Are REOs Worth It?

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. We Buy Houses companies in Delray Beach typically promise to give home sellers quick, convenient all-cash offers, and exceptionally speedy closings, often wrapping up the property sale in as few as seven days. Close the sale and get paid quickly. Request Offer.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Investors are also very active in the Gainesville market and may find themselves in need of an influx of quick cash to manage other properties. Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. With a signed sales agreement, the closing process will begin. Close the sale and get paid quickly.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. We Buy Houses companies in Pompano Beach typically promise to give home sellers quick, convenient all-cash offers, and exceptionally speedy closings, often wrapping up the property sale in as few as seven days. Close the sale and get paid quickly.

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