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Under Contract vs. Pending Sale in Real Estate Transactions

Realty Biz

Besides a home inspection contingency, some common contingencies include: Appraisal contingency: This contingency allows the buyer to back out of the sale if the property doesn't appraise for the agreed-upon price. For example, if the buyer is unable to get financing, the seller can back out of the sale.

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How to Spot Serious Foundation Trouble

Hank Miller Team

Buyers were/are so stressed to secure a home that some toss caution to the wind; overpaying, waiving finance contingencies, inspection contingencies and more. The frenzied real estate market of '20-'21 exacerbated the issues found in normal markets.

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Big-City Convenience with Small-Town Charm: How to Buy a House in Arlington

HomeLight

Minimal seller disclosures. Virginia requires a seller to disclose material defects , but not latent defects. Waive home inspection contingencies — but NOT the home inspection. Waive appraisal and finance contingencies. Offer a rent-back clause to the seller.

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What’s Required to Sell a House Without a Realtor?

HomeLight

This establishes your ownership, along with details such as purchase price and previous seller disclosures. Many FSBO sellers will purchase a pre-listing appraisal. Home inspection report. Decide if you can comply with a buyer’s contingencies. Stand by for inspection. Original sales contract.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Arizona (2022 Updates)

HomeLight

Disclosures: . Arizona law requires sellers to disclose material facts about the property through the Residential Seller Disclosure. Let’s review some of the top points of negotiation you may encounter: Contingencies. Is a real estate attorney required? . Closing date.

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Find Cash Home Buyers in Orlando for a Fast, Simple Sale

HomeLight

You are either replumbing the house, rewiring the house, or putting a new roof on the house prior to closing so that a financed buyer can get insurance. More certainty: With a pre-offer walk-through, a cash home buyer can generally provide a firm cash offer that comes with few contingencies, or no contingencies at all.

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How to Sell Your House Without a Realtor: 14 Steps to Selling FSBO

HomeLight

The flat fee company posts the listing on the MLS, and the seller is responsible for showing their home, negotiating with either the buyer or the buyer’s agent, and managing the closing timeline. Selling with an agent: Agents typically coordinate inspection appointments with the buyer’s agent and ensure that the timeline suits the seller.