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Our Team Will Create A Selling Strategy That Works For You!

At Cari4Homes, we know that selling your house is a big step! You might feel overwhelmed or burdened by everything involved in selling your house.

You might be wondering what your house is worth or if it’s really the right time to sell. Maybe you lead a busy life and don’t want to deal with listing your property on top of everything else you have to deal with.

This is where we can help. We take a personalized approach to every sale. We will create a custom plan of action that meets YOUR needs. We will discuss your priorities and timeframe, helping you to sell with less hassle while putting more cash in your pocket.

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How We’re Different From The Competition

How We’re Different From The Competition

Any Real Estate Broker can list your property on the MLS, but a truly successful selling experience takes much more work. You need to have a plan of action to get your house in front of the right buyers at the right times. You need to finely craft and deliver the right marketing message and do whatever it takes to set your house apart from the others on the market. At Cari4Homes, we have the experience (over 1,600 area properties sold) and the market knowledge to help you sell your house fast and for a great price.

We go above and beyond to sell your area house fast and charge a reasonable and straightforward commission.

Our Process Is Simple

We’ll research your house and provide a FREE Home Value Report

We’ll recommend a target “sale price” and describe exactly how we arrived at it. We are an open book, ask us anything at any time!

We will offer a flexible listing agreement, with a fair commission.

We handle all the details to get your house sold fast! Leave everything to us!

Let Our Local Selling Experience Save You Time and Reduce Your Stress !

If you decide to list with a cut-rate broker or sell on your own, the property might sit on the market for a while. When it sits too long, it becomes stale, losing its appeal to potential buyers. The longer you continue to own it, the more money it is costing you. We work with sellers all the time who’ve tried to sell with a less experienced broker, only to find themselves stuck with the house when the listing expires. These sellers inevitably call us to help with their home selling needs.

Between our experience, unique marketing and winning sales strategies, we will help you sell easily, reducing the average days on market! We believe in providing amazing service, so you can move on with your life!

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Earnest Money Deposit

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January 24, 2025•2 min read

Earnest Money Deposit: The Secret Sauce to Saying "I'm Serious" About Your Dream Home

January 24, 2025 by Cari Pelayo

Alright, let’s talk about the Earnest Money Deposit—the unsung hero of home buying. Sure, it’s not as exciting as picking out paint colors or deciding where to put the couch, but trust me, this little detail plays a BIG role in getting you one step closer to your dream home.

So, what is an Earnest Money Deposit? 💰

Think of it as a handshake—but with cash. The earnest money deposit (or EMD if you like to keep things snappy) is essentially your way of telling the seller, “Hey, I’m serious about this purchase!”

It’s a good faith deposit—a portion of your down payment—that’s held in an escrow account. This isn’t some random fee that disappears into the ether; it’s there to show the seller you’re committed to seeing the deal through.

When Does It Happen? 💵

Once the seller accepts your offer, you’ll wire your earnest money deposit to escrow within 1 to 3 days. It’s kind of like saying, “Here’s my RSVP—I’m definitely coming to the home-buying party.”

What Happens to the Money? 🤝

This is where things get reassuring. That money doesn’t just float around—it’s held in an escrow account (a neutral, third-party account) until the sale is finalized. Once the deal closes, the earnest money gets applied directly to your down payment and closing costs.

And if you’re worried about what happens if the sale falls through, don’t stress—there are protections in place for buyers, depending on the situation. Your agent (hi, that’s me! 🙋) will make sure the right contingencies are included in the contract.

Why Does It Matter? 🏠

The earnest money deposit is more than just a financial transaction; it’s a statement. It tells the seller you’re serious about the purchase, which can make your offer stand out—especially in a competitive market. It’s also a way to show that you’re invested (literally) in the process.

Let’s Get You Closer to the Keys 🔑

Home buying has its share of steps, but every step—like the earnest money deposit—brings you closer to the moment you walk into your home. If you’ve got questions about earnest money, escrow, or the home-buying process, I’ve got answers.

Reach out anytime—whether you’re ready to start your search or just curious about how it all works. Together, we’ll break it all down into manageable steps, so you’re never left guessing. 📩✨

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