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The REO Guide: 10 Steps to Buying a Bank-Owned Home

PennyMac

In many cases, lenders are motivated sellers who do not want to sit on their REO inventory, and (depending on the bank’s history with the property) these homes may be priced at a discount. During the appraisal, a licensed appraiser will take inventory of major systems (i.e., 10 Steps to Buying REO Properties.

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Market Data for Real Estate Helps Counter Low-Ball Offers

Home Junction

In most cases, the smart thing to do is come back with a counter-offer, even if it is a small reduction. Sure, home prices nationally might be soft. Maybe inventory is high for that particular county. Perhaps home sales there have been on the rise. Same with the volume of homes sales. Or by zip code.