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Category Archives: Offers
What is a COUNTER OFFER?
One of the things you are likely to encounter in this market after you make your offer is a COUNTER OFFER. A COUNTER OFFER is a response from the seller, in writing (on a California Counter offer Form) where the … Continue reading
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Do You Have Proof of Funds?
Proof of funds (POF) can be an important component of your offer. If you are a buyer with a down payment, it may be in your best interest to submit an offer with proof of funds. While this may only … Continue reading
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What is POF (Proof of funds)?
Do you know what Proof of Funds is? And why it is important? Continue reading
Should I Arbitrate or Not?
As a buyer you will need to decide, when making an offer, if you should arbitrate any disputes or not. Continue reading
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What You Should Know About the Offer to Purchase
Here is what buyers should know about when making an offer to purchase on a home in California Continue reading
Negotiating Your Offer
One of the most stressful aspects of buying a new home is negotiating the offer. Once you decide on the home you wish to buy you will formulate a written offer with the help of your agent. If you are … Continue reading
Buyers – After the Offer Comes the Negotiations
After you complete the offer paperwork it will be forwarded to the listing agent and seller for their consideration. Hopefully you will have made an offer that the seller will respond to, which begins the negotiations. Read Part 1 on … Continue reading
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Buyers – How to Make an Offer
Once you have identified the home you would like to purchase, it’s time to make an offer. This aspect of the buying process probably causes more anxiety than anything else. The right offer will allow you to play in … Continue reading
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Carlsbad Homes – Short Sales Q and A
I am often asked questions about short sales. Let’s face it, they have an appeal for many buyers, even though they may end up not being a great deal, and there are a good number of them around in various … Continue reading
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First Time Buyers – Silence is Golden
A few words to the wise, for those of you who are buying your first home (or even those who are more experienced). When you find that home that really excites you, it’s hard to not talk about it…what you … Continue reading
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