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From consultation to closing: The definitive homebuying checklist

Housing Wire

Secure a mortgage pre-approval As a rule of thumb, its best to have your clients obtain a mortgage pre-approval prior to setting up any searches and conducting property tours. Required documentation Save your clients some time by providing them with a list of the documents theyll need to get pre-approved.

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5 tips for buying a home in a seller’s housing market

Housing Wire

Get pre-approved before beginning your home search. A mortgage pre-approval is non-negotiable in this environment. When faced with multiple bids, pre-approved ones are typically stand-outs, indicating a buyer is prepared, ready to buy and a safe bet to follow through with the deal. The bottom line.

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Sun West unveils NFT loan powered by AI technology

Housing Wire

has unveiled the latest version of its proprietary artificial-intelligence (AI) platform, called Morgan, which enables the lender to convert pre-approved, property-specific home loans into tradable non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Loan originator and servicer Sun West Mortgage Co.

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10 Ways Agents Can Help Buyers Win More Offers in a Competitive Spring Market

BAM Media

A Strong Earnest Money Deposit A standard deposit is 5%, but serious buyers should consider going higher10%, 15%, or even more. The bigger the deposit, the stronger the commitment. If they need extra time, offer a leaseback or work with their timeline. Ive had clients put the entire purchase price in escrow.

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Stop Making These Real Estate Videos (And What to Do Instead)

BAM Media

or The Difference Between Pre-Approval and Pre-Qualification. Very rarely do people log on thinking, I really hope I learn something about earnest money deposits today! Im talking about those generic educational videosthings like 5 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers, What Is a Balloon Mortgage? Tell a story.

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Navigating Bidding Wars During a Hot Real Estate Market

RIS Media

If the listing agent is allowed to disclose the other offers, make sure to obtain written approval from the seller before discussing this. 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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3 Times Your Earnest Money Deposit Could Be At Risk

Dwell Real Estate

The earnest money deposit—the cash you as a buyer offer to essentially call dibs on real estate—is one of the most important (and often misunderstood) parts of the home-buying process. In the Sarasota area, home buyers will usually put down anywhere from 1 to 5 of the real estate purchase price as earnest money. (If