Making an offer too early in house hunt could backfire
Look locally for best data
Attractive rates for 20% downpayments
With price reduction, timing is everything
Reveal 'material facts' to avoid legal troubles
Pay attention to 3 market forces
Preapproval for max mortgage amount can offer fallback
Overall changes are a step forward
Taking a loss on real estate may be unavoidable
How pricing, offers, negotiation can hinder a sale
Make improvements that pay off
Why home systems, permits are worthy of presale investigation
Seller has window of opportunity to price it right
Top reasons sellers move on to the next bid
Provide transparency, comfort for prospective buyers
Some facing higher home prices amid tax credit frenzy
Right agent, right offer price work wonders
Refi, sale more difficult if work lacks permits
Different markets have different customs
Dressing up home can be key to successful sale
