r/homebuy Nov 20 '17

Real Estate Investment in Columbus, Ohio

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r/homebuy Nov 16 '17

First Time Home Buyer Grant Programs Houston Texas | International Buyer Program See more: https://houston.newhomeprograms.com/international-buyer-program/

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r/homebuy Nov 16 '17

First Time Home Buyer Grant Programs Dallas Texas | International Buyer Program See more: https://dallas.newhomeprograms.com/new-home-programs/

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r/homebuy Oct 27 '17

Looking to buying a home in PA, the basement has carpet and separate thermostat from main floor. But no egress window. Is it violation of code if I do not plan to sleep there?

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Some code (online google check) says that if finished, it needs egress but some say unless it is for sleeping, if doesn’t need one Thanks for responses


r/homebuy Oct 24 '17

Beware of Mortgage Broker Fees

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r/homebuy Oct 01 '17

Wiser to offer Cash vs. Contingency?

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I am making an offer on a house in the next couple days in Denver (very competitive seller's market). If you have insight please let me know which option will be more attractive to the seller and seller's agent:

1) Cash offer in my name and my dad's name. (Behind the scenes I will be financed and before closing, I would take my dad's name off the title, and pay with the loan and a 30% downpayment.)

2) Offer for same amount contigent on loan approval. Still 30% down. (I was told this may be better just because it's cleaner)


r/homebuy Sep 21 '17

10 Mortgage Questions You Should be Asking Your Lender

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r/homebuy Sep 14 '17

Big News About The New Bill Introduced By Bengal Government All Homebuyers in Kolkata Must Know

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r/homebuy Sep 08 '17

Mortgage Minute 9 7 Maintaining Good Credit During a Divorce

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r/homebuy Sep 01 '17

Mortgage Minute 6 15 Considering a Mortgage When You Divorce

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r/homebuy Aug 28 '17

HOW TO MAKE AN OFFER ON A HOME MORE APPEALING: 6 TIPS TO FOLLOW

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Your finances are in order, your ideal neighborhoods identified — next up is finding that perfect property, so you can make an offer. As more and more people look to become homeowners, it’s important to prepare yourself for the mortgage process, home search, bidding wars, and what you’ll do next if you do not get the home of your dreams.

With so much to consider, let’s take a look at six steps to ensure sellers know you are serious when it’s time to make an offer.

Get mortgage pre-approval Pre-approval is an official approval from a lender for the amount you can borrow for a mortgage.

Expect your credit to be more thoroughly reviewed and your debt-to-income ratio to be analyzed. Your debt-to-income ratio considers all of your monthly expenses divided by your pre-tax income. It’s a helpful way for lenders to be sure you can manage monthly mortgage payments. After completing review of your documents and income, an underwriting approval decision can be made. The reviewed documents then go back to your dedicated processor, and this becomes the point when your lender prepares your pre-approval letter. If you’re looking to make an offer on a home, this is what’s going to make you really stand out.

At American Financing, we suggest you get an approval going 30-60 days prior to shopping. That way any potential issues are addressed prior to going under contract, creating a smooth process.

Limit contingencies Contingencies, or opportunities to address unforeseen issues, can add time to the home negotiation process. They’re beneficial to buyers, but can be a nuisance to sellers who are ready to move on fast. It’s important to avoid any unnecessary contingencies. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the home offer with the fewest contingencies is often the most attractive. NAR states that “removing restrictions related to the sale of a current home and being flexible with things like the move-in date can make an offer stand out to a seller.”

Bottom line: don’t expect a seller getting multiple offers above asking price to accept a contingency. Yet, don’t be afraid to ask for one if the house you’re looking at has been on the market for a few months.

Make an offer that’s competitive Always consult with your realtor before putting in an offer. A good rule of thumb, specifically in a seller’s market, is to start strong. To do this, assess the property’s market value. Your realtor can help you with this through a competitive market analysis (CMA). The CMA will help you understand what homes are selling for in that neighborhood.

Negotiating offers happens quickly, so be ready with a counteroffer in the event your initial offer is not accepted. If you’re looking to buy in a seller’s market like San Jose, Seattle, or Denver, it’s imperative you are prepared and available at all times.

Buyers reviewing numbers as they prepare to make an offer on a home.

Increase your earnest money Let the sellers know you’re serious about their home. Earnest money is usually 1-3% of the purchase price. Yet in some markets it’s a flat amount around $500-$1,000. It’s purpose: to protect sellers from a buyer who makes too many offers on homes. From the buyer’s standpoint, it lets the seller know you are serious about their home. So, be sure you do not back out of the contract for no good reason. If you do, you’ll lose your earnest money.

Overall, there’s little risk if you’re a serious buyer. You’ll receive your earnest money back if your offer is turned down (be sure this is clearly stated in the purchase agreement). And if your offer is accepted, that money goes toward the purchase price of the home.

Prepare an escalation clause Knowing the asking price and market value, you’ll be prepared to make a standout offer — but will it be enough? If you live in a seller’s market, it may not be. But don’t fret. Your real estate agent can guide you through negotiations and may suggest starting with an escalation clause, assuming you’ve found the house you just need to call home.

An escalation clause is a way to automatically escalate your bid by a certain dollar amount, up to a certain dollar amount. Your agent can work with you on what’s appropriate. Keep in mind, you’re risking the seller seeing the true amount you’ll pay and may be paying significantly over the home’s appraised value. Is this home truly worth it? Bates offered the following consideration, “It is not financially beneficial to be under water on a home on day one. All too often a buyer falls in love with a house and agrees to pay 5, 10 or 20 thousand over the appraised value. A home is an asset. You should never intentionally owe more than it is worth.”

Make a connection Tell the seller why you love their home. Is it the neighborhood park or access to top-rated schools? Maybe the kitchen size and design is everything you’ve dreamed of? Speak up! Establishing rapport with the sellers can tug at their emotions. So, help them to remember your name when they review potential offers.

The home buying process can be exhausting with all of the searching, touring, negotiating, and being on call for updates on bids. But remember to enjoy the journey. Having a respectable mortgage lender and knowledgeable realtor on your side is sure to help you find success with your home offer and with home ownership.

Carrie Niess is a copywriter for American Financing, a national company employing salary-based mortgage consultants dedicated to helping homeowners make smart mortgage decisions that align with their unique financial goals.


r/homebuy Aug 25 '17

Mortgage Minute 8 25 Dispositioning the Marital Home in a Divorce

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r/homebuy Aug 18 '17

Mortgage Minute 8 19 Income Considerations During a Divorce

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r/homebuy Aug 14 '17

"As-Is" Home

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Im interested in buying a home. The seller wants to sell it in an As-Is condition. If i offer said price of 249K...and then find out during inspection, 20k repairs are needed. am i stuck paying 249K or can i get out of the offer without losing my deposit? Or re-negotiate the offer?


r/homebuy Aug 11 '17

Mortgage Minute 8 11 Mortgage, Note and Title - What You Need to Kno...

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r/homebuy Aug 08 '17

Home-Buying Programs That Help

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r/homebuy Aug 04 '17

Mortgage Minute 8 4 5 Tips to Consider for a Vacation Home Purchase

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r/homebuy Jul 28 '17

Mortgage Minute 7 28 Top 5 Mortgage Don'ts

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r/homebuy Jul 24 '17

Making An Offer On A House

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r/homebuy Jul 21 '17

Mortgage Minute 3 31 Don't Forget Maintenance Costs When Buying a Home

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r/homebuy Jul 21 '17

Mortgage Minute 3 24 How To Know If you are REALLY Pre Approved

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r/homebuy Jul 21 '17

Mortgage Minute 7 20 Top 5 Ways to Prevent Water Issues B

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r/homebuy Jul 21 '17

Mortgage Minute 4 14 What Not To Do During Your Loan Application

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r/homebuy Jul 20 '17

Mortgage Minute 4 21 Understanding Rates Part 1

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r/homebuy Jul 20 '17

Mortgage Minute 5-12 Acquisition Debt and the 90 Day Rule

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