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Making an Offer

Making an Offer
In a seller’s market, the first person to put an offer on a house is not necessarily the person who will get the house. In fact, there may be a number of potential buyers all vying for the same property. How do you win the house of your dreams?
Get Good Guidance
The best piece of advice you can get when buying a home is to hire a knowledgeable, trustworthy real estate agent who can guide you through the ups and downs of a home purchase. An experienced agent will not only be able to explain the process to you simply and easily, but will also understand how the market is working in your area. A good agent will know what kinds of deal-sweeteners will catch the seller’s eye, and, of course, will write the actual offer in a way that gets you the best deal for yourself, as well.
Get Preapproved
I can’t stress this enough: If you don’t provide a preapproval letter from your lender when you make your offer, you won’t even be considered as a serious buyer. Getting a preapproval is free; it also helps you determine your budget and will give you an idea of what ... more

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