HomeLight

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Keep in mind though, that a home that needs major repairs may slow or derail a sale to traditional buyers who are financing with a mortgage. Most buyers get an inspection, which may initiate repairs or re-negotiations. In fact, the mortgage process is the most common culprit for slowing down the sale. Preparing the home.

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HomeLight

JUNE 23, 2022

Suppose the inspection uncovers issues that are unacceptable to the buyer. It is simply a period of time that the buyer sets to secure financing approval from a lender for the purchase of the home. The financing contingency deadline, on average, is between three and four weeks after the agreement date.

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HomeLight

JUNE 30, 2021

Some states require only 40 hours of pre-licensing classes, while others may require more than 200 hours, for example. There are several different factors that determine home affordability and each lender can have its own mortgage approval standards when it comes to the buyer’s credit score, income, assets, debt, and liabilities.

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Real Trends

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Inspection issues. It is common to expect that the buyer will hire a home inspector to check out the property; this is to avoid inheriting unforeseen major repairs. An inspection can often reveal major issues that either side would not have been aware of. Before a mortgage is approved, lenders will have a property appraisal.

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Realty Biz

JULY 1, 2023

Providing documentation of pre-approval - Providing proof of pre-approval from a lender will show that they're ready and willing to lend money when needed during escrow. These may include appraisal contingencies, financing contingencies, or home sale contingencies.

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Windemere Selling

MARCH 14, 2022

Common Real Estate Contingencies Home Inspection Contingency A home inspection contingency allows the buyer to have the home professionally inspected within a certain window of time. As a seller, it’s important to be transparent in listing any issues with the home.

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HomeLight

MARCH 31, 2022

Our tool analyzes the records of recently sold homes near you, your home’s last sale price, and other market trends to provide a preliminary range of value in under two minutes. FSBO sellers in Florida may want to consider getting a home inspection prior to listing their home for sale.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2023

FSBO sellers in Colorado may consider getting a home inspection prior to listing their home for sale. However, be aware that if you get a pre-listing inspection, you will be required to share relevant findings with buyers and how you did or did not address them. Get a pre-listing appraisal.

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Windemere Buying

AUGUST 31, 2022

After you and the seller agree on the price of a home, both parties have certain duties to finalize the transaction. Buyers are responsible for securing financing , having the home inspected, and getting the property appraised. Common Real Estate Contingencies. Home Inspection Contingency.

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HomeLight

JUNE 17, 2022

So, if you were at a four percent interest rate — and you were approved to $500,000 if the interest rates went up to five percent versus four percent, now you’d only be approved to $450,000,” says Carpenter. But more importantly, the issues a home inspection reveals can even be more costly which the buyer is willing to forgo.

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Redfin

MARCH 3, 2022

From appraisal issues to home inspection roadblocks, there’s a lot that can go awry before finally closing on your property. For example, a termite inspection could show that there is damage that’ll require major repairs or the appraisal value of the home comes in lower than the price you offered on the home.

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HomeLight

APRIL 21, 2022

Cash vs. financing : Cash offers usually result in a faster sale than mortgage-backed offers; if speed is an important aspect of the sale, this could make a significant difference. If specific criteria aren’t met, the deal can fall through; i.e., the sale is contingent upon various factors outlined in the offer.

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HomeLight

MARCH 21, 2022

Generally trade-in companies will offer to buy your current home, freeing up your funds to buy a new home and removing the need for a home sale contingency. Example home trade-in companies: HomeLight Trade-In. Some home-buying companies focus on purchasing houses in specific regions, states, and cities.

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

They need to sell quickly to stop foreclosure or stop a tax sale,” says Joseph. When time is of the essence, a cash sale could be the quickest solution. 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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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Before signing anything, Richter says, “It’s important to open a dialogue with the buyer’s lender to verify they do in fact have the ability to purchase that home.”. Buyers may get pre-approved for a mortgage at the click of a button on a website, but might not have submitted the documentation. Require everything in writing.

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HomeLight

APRIL 29, 2022

HomeLight Trade-In : Removes the stress of buying and selling a home at the same time. HomeLight works with your agent to make an offer on your current home, so you can make an offer on a new home with no lending or home sale contingency. Home Estimate : Use this resource to research your home value.

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