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$240,000
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Albany, NY
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$209,900
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Averill Park, NY
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$305,300
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Greenwich, NY
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$184,900
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Schenectady, NY
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Warn Buyers: Earnest Money Mistakes to Avoid
Once a buyer settles on a home, they often show their commitment with an earnest-money deposit. But if they’re not careful, they could lose thousands of dollars.
Here are the do's and don'ts:
Failing to understand exactly what an earnest-money deposit is.
It is proof that a buyer is committed to completing the sale. Earnest money is used as credit toward the down payment and closing costs. It’s often a negotiable amount between the buyer and seller and usually about 1 percent to 2 percent of the purchase price, although it could be much higher.
Not offering up enough.
When a market is competitive, offering more earnest money may be one way to get your offer to stand out. Real estate pro …
Honesty, responsiveness, experience and professionalism. Because of all of the above qualities that Tracy exhibits, his advice as to what I should and should not do to get my home ready for sale resulted in my home being sold in 3 days. His follow through with the buyer's agent allowed my closing to take place within a 30 day time line as well. I would definitely …
-Mary Wilsey, Client