Housing Wire

JULY 20, 2023

While that’s one method of finding a home for your would-be sellers to buy, you can’t end the conversation there and expect to do any business this year. Here are 10 solutions for sellers who what to buy that go beyond waiting and watching for magic inventory to appear. No rehab for them and no inspection woes for you.

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CA Realty Training

MARCH 22, 2021

The Buyer’s Inspection Advisory (BIA) is a disclosure that is included with the Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA) when you make an offer on a home. Simply put, it is advising the buyer to have a professional inspect the property. In this case, the Buyer Inspection Advisory is for the buyer. SQUARE FOOTAGE, AGE, BOUNDARIES.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

I hope you find her article to be helpful! Therefore, you don’t have to fix or account for any issues that might be discovered in a professional home inspection issued by the buyer. I hope her article gave you some things to think about if you find yourself in this situation. I think Betty made some excellent points here.

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Genworth MI Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Handling property condition concerns on the appraisal report That said, if photos or notes outlined in the appraisal report cause concern for the reviewer, further inspection or repairs may be required. Property conditions that impact subject livability, soundness, and/or structural integrity may cause such further inspection/repairs.

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Listing Spark

DECEMBER 9, 2020

One of the most common questions we get from our home sellers at ListingSpark is “How do I determine what my closing costs are”? For this article, we are going to focus on the home seller closing costs we would typically see in Texas with a residential sale (commercial sales typically have a different set of fees).

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Zillow

MAY 22, 2018

In addition to offering more than the asking price or a quick closing, some buyers agree to waive inspections. No matter how badly you want the property or how emotionally attached you are to it, you don’t want to buy a home without having it thoroughly inspected. Waiving an inspection can cost you a fortune.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 17, 2021

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or you're buying again, you will want to know how Due Diligence and Earnest Money impact you as a buyer or seller in North Carolina The following article is going to be regarding Due Diligence, Due DIligence fees, and Earnest Money in North Carolina Real Estate. Due Diligence: What Is it?

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Houston Properties

APRIL 15, 2020

Houston Home Sellers Guide Series #4: Preventive Home Maintenance Guide For Your Houston Home. This article is part of a Houston Home Sellers Guide Series outlining how we achieve these results. This article is part of a Houston Home Sellers Guide Series outlining how we achieve these results. more and for 4.3%

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2022

There had been nearly one-third of buyers who waived an inspection or appraisal contingency, but the last month it fell to just over 20% for both. While it is not the high seen during the First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit in 2010, it is also not the historical norm of 40% seen in the annual Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers report.

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Eppraisal

AUGUST 26, 2022

This means that the sizzling hot seller's market will be softening up a bit. In order to maximize sales prices, sellers should follow a few strategies. Beginning now, sellers should consider listing their homes at prices closer to the sold "comparables" in their areas. In fact, home values are still rising.

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Zillow

JANUARY 30, 2017

Most would-be buyers and sellers believe the real estate "deal" is done at the signing of the contract. Issues typically arise after the home inspection, and those issues tend to result in another round of negotiations for credits or fixes. Here are three buyer tips for negotiating repairs after a home inspection.

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McKissock

JULY 6, 2022

Sellers and buyers need to have a clear understanding of who can and will have access to the property in question. For sellers, they need a clear understanding of what showings, open houses, and inspections could entail. Access to the property is a common sticking point between sellers and buyers during a transaction.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2021

After all, they regularly converse with buyers and sellers more than appraisers do. You probably never thought you would be reading an article on driveways. I just did) I hope you enjoyed this article. Thanks, as always, for reading my articles! Here are some links to other articles I’ve enjoyed recently!

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Zillow

JUNE 19, 2017

It took some negotiations, but you and the seller have come to terms. Here are five things every home buyer and seller should know about last-minute negotiations or credits. Buyers may ask for credits based on property inspections. Once inspected, the buyer may still be interested in pursuing the sale. Or have you?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 21, 2022

Sellers want to capitalize on how much they can sell their homes for. This article is not intended to poke fun at people that suffer from different illnesses. They take a lot of work after the inspection is completed. Thanks so much for continuing to read my articles, as well as those of my guest bloggers. is it depends.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” In this article, I will explain the history of AI, the projected financial impact on real estate and the cutting-edge tools available today for savvy agents. So how can real estate agents be so cavalier about their job? Chatbots nurture leads.

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Lamacchia Realty

JANUARY 6, 2023

In 2022, these were the 10 most popular articles on our blog, covering a range of topics including market analysis, new developments, and homebuying tips. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the world of real estate, these articles are sure to provide valuable insights and information. Seller Resources. Click Here.

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Eppraisal

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

We are experiencing a shift from the sizzling hot seller's market we have had the past couple of years to a more balanced market. Ask the sellers for their records of when their HVAC system was last cleaned and checked. Be sure to get the HVAC system checked out by a professional during your inspection.

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CA Realty Training

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

We will discuss the three contingencies that you’ll see, which are appraisal, inspection, and loan. So, the buyer will pay for an appraiser to inspect and write a report on the home’s value. So, the seller hopes that the appraised value is $1,000,000 or higher. What is an Inspection Contingency?

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CA Realty Training

JULY 26, 2021

Get a Home Inspection to Find Every Defect. Buyers should request repairs after a home inspection. . This list is called the inspection report. The inspection report is a powerful negotiation tool for agents because it can influence a home’s final cost. How Do Home Sellers React to a Request for Repairs?

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McKissock

JULY 26, 2022

Requests to sellers to pay closing costs. Timeliness and types of inspections. Regardless of the strengths and weaknesses of the competing offers, the seller can only negotiate one offer at a time until there is a binding contract. If the seller does not find the initial offer acceptable (e.g., Inspections.

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McKissock

JULY 19, 2022

Red Flags: The seller demands payment upfront. According to an article published in The Miami Herald , the FBI reported almost $1 billion was “diverted or attempted to be diverted” and wired to unlawful accounts in 2017. Looks can be deceiving, so be sure to ask for the paperwork showing that routine inspections have been performed.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 7, 2019

Monopoly: Hasbro Concept: Greg Chow In a white-hot market, you may feel pressure to make some concessions to win over a seller—and, no, we’re not talking about sending a basket of banana-nut muffins. You want the house, and the seller doesn’t want any hiccups. But it isn’t something sellers or seller’s agents love. “I

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

You can read more about property inspection waivers in a past article I wrote. Appraisal vs Home Inspection. As a new homeowner, you might be confused about the differences between an appraisal and a home inspection. Other users might be sellers, mortgage underwriting, banks, and contractors.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

I am working on an article on Hybrid Appraisals for the November issue of Appraisal Today. To me, the big issue is who is doing the inspections. A buyer gets a seller’s disclosure statement for that information. Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field. Not very positive.

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Eppraisal

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

In many markets home sellers no longer have the leverage they did a few months ago. They will not have to waive inspections and appraisals. Sellers and their listing agents will have to put forth more effort now. In fact, according to a May 31, 2022, article written by Anna Bahney on cnn.com, "Home prices rose 20.6%

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Eppraisal

MAY 18, 2021

In fact, according to an article on Realtor.com, the national inventory of active listings declined by 53% over last year. It's All About the Sellers It's a super sizzling seller's market right now and home values are rising. Sellers are in charge and if you're trying to buy a home, keep this in mind.

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This is especially true if home sellers are trying to move quickly or are hoping to avoid costly renovations. The following article will break down the pros and cons of selling your house in its current condition and provide other helpful insights for an as-is home sale or purchase. The home-selling process can be challenging at times.

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Eppraisal

APRIL 20, 2021

It's a sizzling, fast-paced seller's real estate market right now. According to a homebuyinginstitute.com article, in February of 2021, there were fewer home for sale than in February 2020. According to an article on Realtor.com, there were 52% less homes on the market in March of 2021 than in March of 2020. It's that simple.

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D Fritz Appraisals

JUNE 28, 2022

In their March 2022 article, Bubble burst risk: Canadian home prices predicted to fall by 24% , Urbanized.com states that the accumulated gains from 2020-2022 are not sustainable. In their article ‘ Will housing prices ever drop! Opinions differ on what difference this will make to house prices though. agrees with this prediction.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 7, 2019

Monopoly: Hasbro Concept: Greg Chow In a white-hot market, you may feel pressure to make some concessions to win over a seller—and, no, we’re not talking about sending a basket of banana-nut muffins. You want the house, and the seller doesn’t want any hiccups. But it isn’t something sellers or seller’s agents love. “I

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

It begins with the listing agent’s communication skills and accessibility to the seller. Keep reading to learn how you can better communicate with all parties involved in a real estate transaction, including sellers, buyers, other agents, lenders, and closing officers. Types of communication problems.

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McKissock

JANUARY 31, 2023

” “There is a lot of research and number crunching to do, so asking for a value at time of inspection is a no go.” Was the seller highly motivated? It is so uncomfortable for everyone when the appraiser shows up and the seller doesn’t know what to expect and there are people sleeping or working.”

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Eppraisal

JULY 12, 2022

In the same article Colley states, "In markets where demand is high, the seller may ask for a higher deposit, perhaps as much as 2% to 3%." Earnest money is not a guarantee to the seller that you are going to purchase the home. On average, however, you can expect to hand over 1% to 2% of the total home purchase price."

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McKissock

MARCH 8, 2022

In various articles and opinion pieces, some claim that desktop appraisals will solve the appraiser shortage and modernize the appraisal process, while others claim that they will cause the demise of the appraisal profession. Does USPAP require me to complete an inspection? Does USPAP require me to complete an inspection?

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 23, 2021

The question should I sell my home for sale by owner or without a Realtor® is likely one asked by every home seller with the thought of trying to save money. It's important to reverse engineer the sales process as a seller as you will want to understand who your target buyer is and that is likely someone working with a Realtor.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2021

Anything the seller can do to minimize the work buyers need to put into the home can help add to its value. That being said, we look at certain items on our inspections that play into the final valuation depending on the home.”.

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