Some of the offers I have asked for closing cost (3 or 4 %). I have never asked for down payment assistance. I have about $8,000 saved but like most property virgins I don’t want to empty my bank account just to get into a house. I have an FHA loan so I have to pay the 3% down payment. My offers have been countered never out right refused in all three cases another offer came in and I couldn’t compete. - Tue Apr 29 2008, 10:27
I have a realtor. He tells me the offers I am submitting are great and acts surprised when they fall through. Maybe, I need a new realtor. It’s just frustrating to have money saved and my financing approved but I can find a house in today market. - Tue Apr 29 2008, 09:37
I have been out bid on every foreclosure. I have been trying to buy in Ruskin and I have my financing secured. What are the specs of the home and address? Selling is always better then walking away if you can. Let me know. Good luck. - Tue Mar 18 2008, 17:29
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