Buying a foreclosed property is easier said than done. Similar to short sales, buying foreclosed properties often require patience, perseverance, and an eye to discern a diamond in the rough.
CNN.com presents 9 Tips for Buying a Foreclosed Home. Most of the tips are common sense, such as conduct a home inspection, consider the neighbor, and see the home for yourself. However, the article did provide some key takeaways such as…

Budget carefully. Yes, whether you are purchasing your first home, second home, pre-foreclosure, not-a-foreclosure property, you should budget carefully. But most …

Short Sale*. Either that term makes you shiver in despair, or makes you shiver in anticipation of “snagging a great deal.” It is no secret that the current market conditions are great for the right buyer—one who is ready, willing, and yet patient for the right opportunity.
CNN Money presents the following 7 tips to “Snag a great deal on a short sale,” which, for each, I’ve chimed in with my comments parentheses. (For a larger description of each tip, click the title of the article for the complete report.)

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Whether a first-timer or seasoned home buyer, the home buying process can be as challenging as learning a new language. Before you make your move, it’s important to first understand the steps involved and the buzzwords of the “deal” to ensure the smoothest transaction possible.

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