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Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process

Raleigh Realty

Like making counter-offers and going through the home inspection process, the home appraisal can be a sticking point between buyer and seller. A home appraisal determines the fair market value of a home. In a stable market, there will be a good balance of homes being sold in urban or suburban neighborhoods. Why would you?

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10 Real Estate Tips BEFORE You Sell Your Home

Raleigh Realty

Depending on where you live, the market may move a little slower, but in most areas, homes are not staying on the market for long once they are listed. Your real estate agent will run what is called a comparative market analysis, or CMA, comparing your home to similar properties in the area that have recently sold.

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

PennyMac

Some homebuyers are intimidated by foreclosed and bank-owned homes because they often require more renovations — and a different type of negotiation — than other options on the market. Whether you’re buying the home to live in or as an investment, these 10 steps should help set you up for success with bank-owned properties.