In this economy, cash buyers have the advantage and are swooping in on great housing deals to beat out buyers obtaining loans through banks. Sellers are jumping on these offers because the cash is already secured, they don’t have to worry about finances falling through at the last minute, and it can guarantee quick closing dates on their Santa Cruz homes for sale.
While dealing in ready money definitely gives real estate investors an advantage, don’t get discouraged. There are a few guidelines financed buyers can follow to give them a better hand when it comes to beating out competitors that throw down the cash card.
• Get pre-approved. Talk with a reputable bank and get a pre-approved home loan for a certain amount before you start shopping for Santa Cruz homes for sale. This will give you an idea of the maximum you can spend and ensure you have the funds to back up your bid.
• Save for a large down payment. The more money you can put down up front, the more likely it is that you will sway the seller to accept your bid. This is especially true if the seller is a bank, because it wants to erase bad debt quickly.
• Build a relationship. Cash investors usually have a good rapport with listing agents, and so should you. Figure out who the seller’s agent is and introduce yourself, or have your real estate agent send greetings on your behalf. You should also be sure you’ve hired an agent who knows how to build beneficial relationships with buyers, sellers, other agents, and everyone involved in the home selling process. The more the seller’s agent gets to know and trust you and your agent, the better chance you will have.
• Seek out the seller’s needs. Ask your real estate agent to try and find out if the seller has any special requirements, such as needing a shorter or longer closing period. If you offer to be thoughtful and flexible, you have more of a chance of beating out the cash buyer.
Don’t let cash investors deter you from getting good deals on Santa Cruz homes for sale. Prepare, save, build a relationship and be flexible, and you might have a new house before you know it.
Want to work with an agent who knows how to build beneficial relationships? Give me a call today at 831.662.6522 or email me at Lauren@LaurenSpencer.com.
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