Wednesday, November 7, 2012

North Dakota Real Estate Buying Options

By Tameka Ware


When it comes to North Dakota real estate, you have several buying options. As you being the search for your new home, you will notice that not every house is the same type of sale. Taking the time to learn what each type means may help you to make a decision as to which type you would like to make an offer on.

You will run into homes that are in move in condition, or you may find some that are fixer uppers. Which you choose will depend on what is important to you. If you want to get into a pristine home that is move in ready, you will often pay a hirer price. If you have the expertise and time to work on a residence that needs fixing up, you may be able to get more house for the price. Look for something that is in a great neighborhood and that has good bones. You could find a gem that will be worth well more than what you paid for it once you are done.

A short sale is put on the market by an owner who is in distress and unable to afford their payments. They are trying to avoid foreclosure and want to sell the home quickly. These residences are often put up for less than their value. The downside to this is that the process takes longer. You should understand how the process works before making an offer on one of these.

Once you make an offer on a short sale, the offer is presented to the lender. The lender then has to accept or decline the offer. If it is declined you will have to make another offer and then the process begins again. If you are in a hurry, this is not the option for you.

Foreclosures are another way to buy properties at a lower price. You will have to check regulations for any of these properties that you intend to bid on. You will need a deposit at the time that you bid. You will have to have it with you, often in the form of a bank check.

You should keep a couple of things in mind however when you buy a short sale or foreclosure. One being that these properties are sold as is. If the roof is bad, you are not able to work this into the deal. You are responsible for any problems with the house.

One final question that should be answered is whether or not there is an advantage to buying a for sale by owner home. There may be. The owner is doing the work without a Realtor, that means he or she does not have to pay Realtor fees. You may be able to negotiate a lower price since the owner will not have these fees.

These are all good ways to get North Dakota real estate deals. You can hopefully find the home of your dreams and save some money in the process. Keep these tips in mind as you shop.




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