In a
competitive real
estate market, speed is the name of the game. You don’t have
the luxury to sit on your decision for a week, as you risk losing a
house for sale to another interested buyer. Fortunately, there are
things you can do to help speed up your buying process. With that in
mind, here are a few tips to help you close a deal quickly:
Pay in Cash
If
you have the space in your budget, always try to pay in cash. Many
sellers are eager to bypass cashing a cheque, which helps them save
time and gives them the money they need faster. Be careful though, as
cash payments are much harder to recoup if something goes awry.
Get Pre-approved for
a Loan
Make sure you have
already been pre-approved for a housing loan before you start looking
at real estate. Not only does getting pre-approved help establish a
budget, but it also shows a seller that all he or she needs to do is
to agree to sell the condo to you.
Increase Your Down
Payment
Typically, down
payments are set at 20 per cent of the total cost of the home. If you
have breathing room in your savings, you may want to try offering a
larger down payment (around 25-30 per cent). Don’t forget that
sellers are in this to earn money—the more money you offer upfront,
the more likely they are to sell you a home.
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