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Why an REO isn’t always the best deal

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Real Estate Agent with Bloomtree Realty SA629112000

Many buyer clients come to me looking for a deal.  They assume that bank-owned home is the best deal.  I warn them right up front that a bank-owned home isn’t always the best deal.  Bank-owned homes come with no warranties.  Buying a bank—owned is like buying a car that you can’t take back to the dealership if it suddenly doesn’t run.  There are no SPDS or disclosures of any kind.  There is no seller to hold responsible is there is a hidden defect.  And many times, there is no seller to negotiate any repairs on the home.

 

So, when looking for a home and considering a bank-owned home, weigh everything carefully.

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Posted by

Jerry Cecil of Jerry Cecil PLLC

Nextage Realty Professionals

143 N McCormick St #205

Prescott, AZ

jcecil@cableone.net e-mail

928-443-8893 office

928-710-8656 cell

Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

Jerry, well said. There is a lot more risk involved in a bank owned REO, and that is why they are oftentimes priced lower. Like you said, the new owner is on their own to fix anything and everything that is wrong with the home.

Mar 23, 2014 11:22 AM