FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I just got my real estate license. Do I need to take CE?
Only if you renewed your license by June 30th of the Current year, then you must take 8 hours of CE after July 1st, and every license year thereafter.
I Just Passed My License Exam. Can I Start Selling Real Estate and Get Commissions?
Not yet. First, you need to affiliate (Join) a real estate firm, and have the Broker-in-Charge agree to supervise you. The BIC will activate your license.
Does a "loan commitment letter" guarantee that I have a loan to buy the property?
No. A loan commitment letter is like pre-qualification and does not guarantee that the lender will make the loan. It simply means that based upon an initial review your credit appears sufficient to qualify you for a loan. A Pre-Approval letter is the best indicator of your ability to get a loan. A "proof of funds" is often requested by the seller on a cash transaction. It is often sent with the offer to assure the seller that you can get a loan.
Can a VA Lender request the Seller to pay for the Appraisal and Pest Inspection?
Refer to the FHA/VA Addendum. It explains who is responsible for these items. Your Broker should explain what is required. Usually it is up to the lender.
What happens during Due Diligence Period?
The buyer can make any investigations on the property like a home and pest inspection. Finding problems and then requesting the seller to fix them. The seller is not required to fix anything. Your broker can help negotiate fixes
Do I really need a survey of the property?
Yes, you should always get a new survey of the property. The survey will show the location of buildings and other improvements to the property, as well as encroachments, easements and possible setback violations. Make sure the acreage is what you are purchasing. That row of trees may not be on your property. Only way to find out for sure is with a survey.