Home Steps Smart Sell Program

Looking to purchase a foreclosure or REO property?  Here is a short explanation of how Fannie Mae foreclosures are handled.

Home Steps is the real estate unit of Fannie Mae and handles all their foreclosed homes. Home Steps markets a nationwide selection of Fannie owned properties.  Home Steps works strictly thru Realtors® and are available in the local MLS system of your area.

Items required on every offer:

• Sales contract
• Pre-approval Letter from Lender
• Proof of funds for cash sales
• Earnest Money Check (possible certified)

Home Steps will not agree to the following:

• Offer contingent on sale of buyers current home
• Buyers to occupy or store items at the home prior to closing
• Buyer allowed to access home to perform repairs prior to closing
• Buyers to receive credit at closing for repairs not completed
• Repairs after buyer signs closing documents

Buyers must understand:

• All homes have been through the foreclosure process
• Are sold as-is
• Have insurable title with no outstanding liens

Possible promotions on Home Steps Homes:

• Up to 3.5% buyer closing costs coupon
• Home Protection two-year home warranty program

Think buying a foreclosure is for you?  Want to know more information and what homes are available in the area?

Please contact me so we can get started right away!

Sample Contract and Riders