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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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What Is the Cost to Sell a House in Chicago?

HomeLight

You can probably expect to run into these common expenses for home sellers in Chicago: Prepping your house for sale. Seller concessions. Pre-listing inspection: $279-$400 , if desired or needed. Seller concessions. Seller concessions are another cost to sell a house in Chicago. Closing costs.

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Vital Steps to Take When Purchasing Your First Home

Realty Biz

This documentation will be necessary when applying for a mortgage pre-approval. It's advisable to reach out to multiple lenders and obtain pre-approval. Again, local market conditions determine whether you can get any seller concessions. Next, examine your credit score and history.

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How to Avoid a Delayed Closing: 7 Common Roadblocks to Be Aware of

Redfin

You’ll want to rethink purchasing that beautiful new couch and hold off on planning those backyard additions before the title has been cleared. Most title companies and attorneys don’t accept personal checks over $500, sometimes less. Clouds on the title. So how can you avoid a delayed closing?

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16 Tips to Win a Bidding War on a House

The Close

Ensure Your Client Has Loan Pre-approval Many sellers are anxious to get to the closing table quickly, which drives many to cash buyers , even for a lower price. Also, understand the difference between a prequalifying and a pre-approval letter. That could be a pretty sizable chunk of money from the seller’s profit.

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Consumer Watchdog CFA Releases Criteria for Evaluating Home Seller Contract Forms

BAM Media

BAM Key Details: Today, the Consumer Federation of America released “Proposed Criteria for Evaluating Home Seller Contract Forms.” In its press release, the CFA also shared eXp’s new seller contract titled “Exclusive Authorization and Right to Sell,” which eXp CEO Leo Pareja first shared on a BAM Breaking livestream with Byron Lazine.

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What Happens After Making an Offer on a House?

Windemere Buying

Getting the home inspected allows you to ask the seller that certain repairs be made, request seller concessions, and renegotiate your offer. Getting pre-approved early on helps to streamline this part of the closing process. The timeline for inspections during the closing process vary state to state.