Real Estate in Big Bear Lake

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Resale Properties

A good old fashioned sale, buyer(s) and seller(s) get together to agree on price and terms, open escrow and proceed to a smooth close.
There is a lot more to it, but the agents handling the sale will take care of the items that come up and have experience in dealing with these bumps in the road.
Appraisal Issues, Lender Issues, Loan Underwriting conditions, Escrow Amendments, Title Concerns, Property Condition, Paperwork, Paperwork, Paperwork!

Short Sale Properties

If you are a seller or a buyer in a contract for a property that is a short sale, be aware that the short part does not mean short on time. It is short on money to the holder of the mortgage (sellers' loan). The value has dropped below what is still owed. The seller will need to qualify with their bank that there is a hardship and are unable to continue to make the financial obligation to keep the property.
The process can be long and drawn out but knowing the conditions and possible delays first, may make it easier.



Thinking of buying a Bank Owned property? 5 ½ Points to help take advantage of great buying opportunities in Big Bear, CA.
There is nothing hard about buying one. Knowing a few things is most important.
1. Get pre-approved with a lender. Some banks may ask you to get pre-approved with a lender of their choice, but you may use who you want for your loan. Compare rates on the same day with different lenders to see what money you can save. 
2. Be ready to make things happen. When buying property, the standard inspection time is 17 days, however most banks will cut that to 7, 10 or 14 days.
3. There will be a 3, 11, or 15 page contract addendum to sign that goes with the purchase contract and you need to read it carefully and know that these properties are an AS-IS sale. You still have your inspection period, and you CAN ask for repairs, just be prepared for a response of "no" from the bank.
4. Most banks will not look at an offer that has a contingency attached,  you have to sell something in order to buy.
5. Make your  best offer. A number of bank owned properties are priced well and can have multiple offers, so the more money to the bank (net) on your offer, the better your chances. 
5½. Go with a local agent that can help you navigate the purchase on keep the transaction on track.
E-mail me and I will send you a weekly list of updated bank owned properties.

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