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FEBRUARY 4, 2022

If you’re in the market for real estate, either as an investment or a residence, REO (which stands for “real estate owned” also known as “bank owned”), homes can offer you a deal, but without the hassle of dealing with a foreclosure auction. Use the MLS. Source: (Roger Starnes Sr / Unsplash).

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Point2Homes

JUNE 23, 2021

Real estate-owned (REO) properties, also known as bank-owned, are properties that have not sold at a foreclosure auction , and as a result, they are owned by the foreclosing bank. The main appeal of real estate-owned properties is that they can be a better deal than buying from a private owner.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

The home is now bank-owned (sometimes also called REO, or “real estate owned”). Usually when shopping for a home, you contact a real estate agent, they help you identify properties you might be interested in, you visit those properties, and then when you find one you like, you make an offer.

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HomeLight

MARCH 30, 2022

Sometimes these are classified as REOs, or real estate-owned properties , because they’re now owned by a bank, government agency, or other lender. Plus, each reduction keeps the property at the top of the multiple listing service (MLS). “It Foreclosure. Selling Long Distance Is Hard. Our service is 100% free.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

An online option like a real estate owned (REO) property, you’re not spending any money into it,” says Durham. You’re not spending any money into it until after you’re under contract and based on your inspection.”. The online-style auction can also help save you from spending money blindly. “An

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HomeLight

MARCH 10, 2023

When buying an REO ( real estate owned/lender-owned property ), the banks like to work with cash. You don’t have a great chance to do an inspection or have the utilities turned on. Once you win your bid, it’s absolutely crucial that you get a home inspection and an appraisal. Wise agrees.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Inspect the property’s condition, title, and existing liens or encumbrances. A complete inspection and title search ensures the investor doesnt inherit existing problems. Hire an experienced real estate agent: Choose an agent with expertise in short sales for guidance.

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