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In July 2006, Mint Properties opened an office in the Mission Creek Plaza on Santa Maria Way. Tni’s stated aim is to offer the highest quality representation and professional service to her clients. Independence affords her the ability to avoid a volume driven approach; the result is prompt, reliable, individualized service coupled with straightforward advice. Indeed, she brings the same level of professionalism to real estate as she did to the law.
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How Does the Bank Determine the Value of My Home in a Short Sale?
In a short sale, the bank will typically order either a Broker Price Opinion (BPO) or an appraisal to determine the value of the home. Most banks use BPOs. The use of BPOs is the source of much controversy among short sale listing agents, short sale sellers and appraisers. Appraisers often object to BPOs and believe that only an appraiser can give an accurate depiction of value.
Buying An Approved Short Sale in the Central Coast Market
What is an approved short sale? Let's start with what a short sale is -- a short sale is where the owner owes more on their loan than their home is worth but they still must sell the home. So, the home is placed on the market and offers are accepted -- subject to lender approval. Lender approval can take months to obtain. An approved short sale is a short sale where the seller has already received approval from the bank. So, usually they list the property at a price that the bank has already indicated that they will accept, and they typically indicate how much closing costs credit and any repair credits the bank will allow.
