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Fight Fraud, Don’t Fear it

GeekEstate

Since fraud tends to occur at times where money is being transferred , whether it’s an earnest money deposit or other closing costs, it’s time we look outside of old school methods and embrace technology to keep our personal information and money safe. Revolutionary Technology in Real Estate. We built Paymints.io

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From consultation to closing: The definitive homebuying checklist

Housing Wire

Walk your client through all the pieces of their offer, including price, inspection timelines, closing dates, contingencies and any due diligence or earnest money deposits. Youll want to start by reviewing a CMA to determine a fair value based on the current market conditions.

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Navigating Bidding Wars During a Hot Real Estate Market

RIS Media

With the market as hot as it is, the homeowners may want to sell now and get the offer that they are looking for. Your client should also come prepared with a few other things: a pre-approval letter, earnest money deposit and, if they are paying cash, a proof of funds document.

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What Does It Mean When a House Is in Escrow?

HomeLight

Escrow account while buying a home During the homebuying process, an escrow account holds the buyer’s earnest money deposit, which is sometimes referred to as a good faith deposit. If the purchase agreement falls through and it’s determined to be the buyer’s fault, the seller usually keeps the money.

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The No. 1 Reason Homebuyers Are Moving Farther Away From the Big Cities

Realtor.com

About 28% plan to put more than 20% down when they make offers, and 21% will increase their earnest money deposits. It’s not clear if the preferences of aspiring homeowners will change as the pandemic winds down, people return to offices, at least part of the week, and the kids are back in school.

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Closing on a House Checklist: 6 Things Home Buyers Must Do Before They Move In

Realtor.com

If the appraised value is less than the sale price, the contingency enables you to back out of the deal without forfeiting your earnest money deposit , says Bishoi Nageh , president of the Petra Cephas Team at Mortgage Network Solutions, in Somerset, NJ. Bring the necessary documentation to closing.

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What You Need to Know If You’re Buying a Home from the Owner

HomeLight

In this case, the homeowner will be taking care of the home sale process and negotiations themself. Scour Facebook and local bulletin boards (in person or electronically), talk to friends and family, drive around neighborhoods you love, or send letters to homeowners in your area until you find a home for sale. What is a FSBO home?