Tag Archives: negotiation

What To Do When Your Appraisal Is Low

You’ve landed an accepted offer on your dream home – congratulations! But, before the excitement of closing takes over, there’s a crucial step: the bank’s appraisal of the property. The appraised value determines the loan amount, and if it falls … Continue reading

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The All Important Final Walkthrough

Here are some steps to follow when doing a final walkthrough before closing: Schedule the walkthrough Contact the seller’s agent to schedule a final walkthrough within 24 hours before closing. You want to leave time to negotiate any last-minute issues. … Continue reading

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Read Before You Sign

Signing contracts is a part of any real estate transaction. In South Carolina, you always have the right to have an attorney review your contract with you before you sign, but more often than not, it’s you and your agent … Continue reading

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Read Before You Sign

Signing contracts is a part of any real estate transaction. In South Carolina, you always have the right to have an attorney review your contract with you before you sign, but more often than not, it’s you and your agent … Continue reading

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Offer Or Contract? The Terminology Matters

Some of the most common questions we get from buyers are about accepted offers. Buyers ask if they can withdraw from an accepted offer or if they can change their accepted offer all the time. Here’s what you need to … Continue reading

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What Is An FHA Inspection?

What is an FHA Inspection, and do I need a home inspection, too? Let’s talk about that. Continue reading

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Communication Is Key – Vetting a Real Estate Agent

By Niki Davis Maclay How do I vet a real estate agent? There are lots of details to consider, but this one is in the top 3… Communication matters. When looking for an agent to assist you in purchasing or … Continue reading

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When Is The Buyer Responsible For Paying Real Estate Commissions?

Do you know how your buyer agent is getting paid? Don’t wait to ask this question, it’s important to cover it from the very beginning. #REALTOR #NikiMaclayHomes Continue reading

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