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titlegenius by Radian makes closing simple, transparent and less expensive

Housing Wire

Radian has developed titlegenius to help improve the closing process for homebuyers, sellers and lenders alike. Radian’s innovative platform walks the borrower through the closing process step-by-step, from contract to keys. The platform makes closings simple, transparent and less expensive.

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5 ways to provide overwhelming value to buyer clients

Housing Wire

Loop your buyer’s lender into the mix and have coffee with your buyer clients and the loan officer to discuss loan options that meet their goals. If they’re dying to be in just one specific neighborhood, door-knock that neighborhood for them to uncover the next motivated seller. Be a matchmaker.

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Choosing the Right Lender

PennyMac

Starting the Loan Certification Process When choosing a lender, look for one that offers a written letter or certification you can provide to sellers to let them know you are qualified. You’ll have peace of mind knowing your borrowing limit and be able to show realtors and sellers that you’re serious about purchasing.

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10 Things Most Homebuyers Get Wrong About Getting a Mortgage Today

Realtor

” However, keep in mind that you will have to pay private mortgage insurance if you put less than 20% down, which increases your monthly payments. Assuming you can get a loan instantly Many borrowers assume that in today’s instant-gratification culture, they can get a mortgage in days or even minutes. ” 9. .

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The Apple Peeled - Ask the Experts: Market Dynamics with Jonathan Miller

Miller Samuel

In ’09, Miller said sellers were anchored to the “pre-Lehman, pre-financial crisis asking prices” and had to travel farther on price to meet a buyer. Miller measures listing discount by the percent difference between the contract price and the price that the property was listed for sale at the time of contract – not when it was first listed).

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How Today’s Market Impacts the Appraisals and Inspections Landscape

Genworth MI Blog

Similarly, buyers began waiving inspection contract contingencies, which give the buyer options for negotiating remedies or price with the seller if the inspection reveals major issues. Source: David Foster is a senior real estate appraiser at Enact Mortgage Insurance. Never miss a post by subscribing to the Enact MI Blog!

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What’s Included in Closing Costs?

PennyMac

Throughout the process of buying a home, many professionals have contributed important services, and both buyers and sellers will need to pay fees for that before the property can be officially sold. Closing costs can apply to both the buyer and seller. Down payments of 10–24.99%—sellers can contribute 6% of closing costs.