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Should I write the seller a letter?
We want to put an offer on a home in a competitive area. I've heard mixed opinions on writing a "love letter" to the seller. Some people swear by them and say it's the reason they got the home. Others have said it could cause discrimination and we shouldn't write a letter. rnrnIf we write a letter, what details should we include and what should be leave out?
Home inspection with snow?
We had our home inspection, but there was so much snow on the roof, the inspector wouldn't go out on it. We understand this. However, we also want to protect ourselves if there is an issue. Can we put a clause in the offer that would cover issues that come up once the snow melts? We are most concerned about big issues like the roof or water leaking.
Is my offer too aggressive?
My agent wants me to put an offer at 1.92mm with 150k earnest and waive contingencies for inspection and appraisal. The home has pre inspection in July 2025. Do you think this is too aggressive?
Asked by Ankur Garg | Sammamish, WA | 02-08-2026 | 160 Views | Buying | Updated 2 months ago
i plan to buy a house in Florida in cash?
My husband wants nothing to do with it. We have separate accounts.. We do filing jointly with the IRS. Can i buy the house under my name?
Are realtors required to report crimes in a home?
If there was a crime in the home does a realtor or home seller need to disclose this? If not, how do I see crimes for a specific home?
Asked by Allison | Tallahassee, FL | 12-17-2025 | 214 Views | Buying | Updated 4 months ago
Should we buy a house with mold and foundation issues?
We put an offer on a house and the insepction found that there's mold upstairs and serious foundation issues. We asked the seller to give a credit for the cost of fixing these issues. They agreed to $5k, but it'll be closer to $30K to fix everything. We're wondering if these are major red flags and if we should back out of our offer.rnWe're under pressure because our current house sold and we need to be out in a little over a month.
How can a I buy a hud house with zero down ?
Would like to know if there are any programs to help me with a hud home am in Stockbridge Jonesboro Georgia area
Can I make an offer on a pending house?
Hi. There is a house I'm interested in that is listed as pending. Can i still contact the selling agent and try to get an offer in?
Asked by Juan P | San Marcos, CA | 01-06-2023 | 2,271 Views | Buying | Updated 5 months ago
Should I get an appraisal as a cash buyer?
Is it a good idea to get an appraisal even if I'm a cash buyer? Thanks.
Asked by Chin | San Jose, CA | 04-03-2023 | 2,197 Views | Buying | Updated 5 months ago
Like to become a first time home owner what I need to do?
Looking to become a first time home owner what and who do I need to reach out to I found a home I'm interested in buying but I need assistance?
Asked by David Lambert | AUGUSTA GA, FL | 05-19-2025 | 2,033 Views | Buying | Updated 5 months ago
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