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What is the difference between getting pre-qualified and pre-approved for a mortgage?
We went to an open house last weekend and the listing agent asked if we had our financing sorted out yet. We filled out a quick online form that said we were pre-qualified, but a friend told us we actually need a pre-approval letter to make a serious offer. We want to make sure we are ready when we find the right place. What steps do we need to take to get fully pre-approved?
Won bidding war, but appraisal is below offer price, what to do?
We recently won a bidding war that put us $15k over the list price. However, the appraisal just came in at the original list price. If the seller refuses to drop the price to the appraised value, what's the best way to negotiate a split of the difference without the deal falling through?
Asked by Brooke | San Diego, CA | 04-08-2026 | 55 Views | Buying | Updated 2 weeks ago
Should i buy a house that is part of a build to rent community?
I am looking at a nice new house but half the street is owned by a single investment company that only rents them out. will this make it harder for me to get a loan or will the neighborhood feel like a giant apartment complex with no pride of ownership? I don't want to be the only person on the block who actually owns their home.
Asked by bab mcnarry | Albany, NY | 04-07-2026 | 26 Views | Buying | Updated 3 weeks ago
What is a lifestyle easement and should I be worried about it?
I am looking at a house in a new development and the paperwork mentions a lifestyle easement for a nearby trail and park. does this mean the public can just walk through my yard whenever they want or that I have to pay extra fees to keep the park clean?
Asked by Doug M | Springfield, MA | 04-07-2026 | 52 Views | Buying | Updated 3 weeks ago
Is it a bad idea to buy the nicest house on the block?
Ok, so I know they always say buy the worst house on the nicest block. But this isn't always possible. And sometimes the worst house, really is terrible. Anyway, we've been looking at houses for a while and not finding anything. We found a house that we really like, but it is the nicest house on the block. Should we buy it?
Asked by Alli | Grand Rapids, MI | 04-06-2026 | 47 Views | Buying | Updated 3 weeks ago
i work from home, what are electrical or internet issues that i should look for?
i work from home and i want to make sure there's no electrical or internet issues. will the inspector check for this? or how to i determine if there are issues? what red flags shoudl i look out for?
Asked by Max | San Jose, CA | 04-06-2026 | 24 Views | Buying | Updated 3 weeks ago
My partners credit score is 590 and mine is 490. We want to purchase a mobile home for 70,000.
He is the sole provider and makes around 5,000 a month. Our rent is 1,800 a month currently. Is this purchase possible?
I fiund a home that I am Interested in but price seem really high for the area
I found a home that I am Interested in but price seem really high for the area my agent say i should low ball. is that a good idea
Asked by Jeff | Hartsville, SC | 04-02-2026 | 63 Views | Buying | Updated 3 weeks ago
Cashier's check or wire transfer for closing?
I've never done a wire transfer before. And when I looked into it with my bank there were all these warnings about sening it to the wrong place. The directions that I got are really confusing and I'm worried I'm going to mess something up. Can I just bring a cashiers check to the closing?
Asked by Gabriella | Aztec, NM | 04-02-2026 | 62 Views | Buying | Updated 3 weeks ago
What does it mean when a listing says it is a probate sale?
I found a house that looks like a great deal but the description says it is subject to probate court approval. does this mean i am going to be waiting six months to move in or that i could get outbid by someone else at a hearing?
Asked by Remy B | Allentown, PA | 04-01-2026 | 81 Views | Buying | Updated 3 weeks ago
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