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Conditional Offers make a Comeback

Dear David, Two of my friends bought homes this spring. They had to purchase without conditions and found it to be nerve-wracking. I’ve heard that the real estate market is different now, and that conditional offers are being accepted. Is this true? – PLAYING IT SAFE DEAR PLAYING: Over the course of the last five

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Firm Offer and Inspection, Rising Deposits, Rejected Offers

Dear David, So many sellers expect a firm offer these days. What if we want to do an inspection? – Nervous Buyer Dear Nervous, I always recommend that my clients do an inspection, or at least a “mini inspection” that covers major aspects of the home like the foundation, roof, windows, HVAC, electrical system and

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