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What Details Can I Ask Brokers In Advance?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/p38h5cj8wy?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 This video tells you what any real estate professional would tell you. Ask them: How long do homes in my neighborhood currently stay on the market? How would you price my...
How Do I Evaluate An Offer?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/bfmyf6lec2?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Well, as this story shows, there’s more to an offer than the price tag. Factors you should consider: Is this offer at, near or above my asking price? Are there clauses and...
What Is A Counter-Offer?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/jiepdabajw?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 The video puts this in more visual terms, but basically, a seller can respond to a buyer’s offer with changes - a “counter” - that improves the terms. You need to put...
How Do I Choose The Best Loan Program For Me?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/1uy2n2iash?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 The video puts this in more visual terms, but your personal situation will determine the best kind of loan for you. By asking yourself a few questions, you can help narrow...
What Costs or Fees Are Associated With Loan Origination?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/4muifyknjj?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Yes, loan origination involves costs and fees. As you’ll see in the video, when you turn in your application you'll be required to pay a loan application fee to cover the...
What Is RESPA?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/dbxeoixnvu?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 RESPA stands for the Federal Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act. This video tells you about it all. RESPA requires lenders to disclose information to potential customers...
What Responsibilities Do I Have During The Lending Process?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/ssytjkqjde?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 To ensure you won't fall victim to loan fraud, as you’ll see in this video, be sure to follow all of these steps as you apply for a loan: Be sure to read and understand...
What Should I Look Out For During The Final Walk-Through?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/s1706mek1n?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Well, as this story shows, this will likely be the first opportunity to examine the house without furniture giving you a clear view of everything. Check the walls and...
What Makes Up Closing Costs?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/ev8x0zinxs?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 What you’ll see in this video is, there may be closing costs customary or unique to a certain locality but closing costs are usually made up of the following: Attorney's or...
What Can I Expect To Happen On Closing Day?
http://fwd4.wistia.com/medias/6nb9netrm8?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 While this video simplifies things to help you remember: you'll present your paid homeowner's insurance policy or a binder and receipt showing that the premium has been...