What is earnest money, and who gets to keep it?
Earnest money is a deposit the buyer makes on the home once a seller accepts their offer, demonstrating a genuine intent to buy the house.
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10 Common Photography Tricks in Real Estate
Looks can be deceiving in real estate. These common photography tactics can create a gap between buyer expectations and reality.
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Mortgage Pre-Approval: The First Step to Securing Your Dream Home
A mortgage pre-approval letter is an essential first step for serious house hunters.
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Buyer Strategies: How to Succeed in a Seller’s Market
Buying a home in a seller's market is tough. These strategies can help you succeed in purchasing your dream home.
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Buyer Love Letters: Advantage or Liability?
Buyer love letters have been used to help a buyer's offer stand out. But do they create legal liability? Here's what you can do!
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Why Aren’t There More Brick, Stone and Stucco Homes in the Northwest?
Most homes in Kitsap County and other parts of western Washington are constructed from wood products and locally-sourced materials.
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Find the Best House in Kitsap County for Your Price Range
Learn what factors affect pricing and location in Kitsap County, and how to find the best home for your price range.
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Bathroom Talk in Real Estate: Behind the Math
What's in a 2.5 or 1.75 bathroom home? Learn how bathroom math works when buying or selling a home. In real estate, two halves don't always make a whole...
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Top 10 Buyer Financing Mistakes: Don’t Kill the Deal
When buying a house, the worst thing you can do is jeopardize your financing. Here are some major mistakes to avoid.
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Moving Up: How to Buy a New Home While Selling Yours
Buying and selling a home at the same time can be overwhelming. Here are several options when you need to buy and sell.
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