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Overview Of The Buying And Selling Process

The Buyer...
1. Considers the purchase of a home.
2. Selects a real estate agent.
3. Determines needs and wants.
4. Discusses financial issues.
5. Views & researches target homes.
6. Makes an offer to buy.

The Seller...
1. Decides to sell property.
2. Selects a real estate agent.
3. Determines needs.
4. Prepares home for marketing.
5. Agent markets the home.
6. Accepts, rejects or counters offer.

7. Offer Accepted
8. Loan Application
9. Inspections
10. Title Search
11. Appraisal
12. Loan Approval
13. Closing Papers Signed
14. Documents Recorded
15. Funds Available To Seller
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A Few Points about Interest Rates
If you're new to investing or real estate and don't know the first thing about interest rates, here's a good tip: the higher the interest rate, the more expensive it's going to be. High interest rates mean you will have to pay back more on the money you borrow. Another good rule of thumb is that affordability increases if you use an adjustable rate mortgage (it's easier to qualify this way).
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