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so we got an offer on our apt - update: We accepted!

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andreat
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

If the offers were similar (1k apart), I would take the offer with the more down. They are more likely to easily get their mortgage approved.

Posted 7/1/09 5:22 PM
 
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TheDivineMrsM
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

I agree with the previous posters - take the money, whether its 175 or 176, and run. The difference in a few thousand dollars can make the difference between selling your place and sitting there for awhile longer. Then the joys of house hunting begin... Good luck!!

edited b/c I can't spell

Message edited 7/1/2009 7:41:03 PM.

Posted 7/1/09 7:37 PM
 

mrsD08
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

good luck!!!! hope it all works out

Posted 7/1/09 7:54 PM
 

mcd01
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

Chat Icon good luck !!! it so exciting....

Posted 7/1/09 9:46 PM
 

shiv
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

Posted by mikeandjess

Posted by MrsQ-in2007

Just curious, but how many bedrooms?



it's a 1 bdrm / 1 bath but it comes with a garage and has a few more perks than other co-ops in the area (allows pets, backdoor with patio area, etc.)



Will you make any money off it? If so, TAKE IT!

I have had my Forest Hills co-op listed on/off for about 2 years now and it has been HE LL to sell! It's rented now, and we lose money each month from the rental. Last time we had it for sale the only offer we got was less than what we bought it for in 2005.

If your not losing money, I would highly suggest taking it!

Posted 7/2/09 10:04 AM
 

skew
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

Posted by andreat

If the offers were similar (1k apart), I would take the offer with the more down. They are more likely to easily get their mortgage approved.



ITA. you have to compare the whole offer (down payment, mortgage approval, flexibility with closing) and not just the offer price.

good luck!

Message edited 7/2/2009 10:16:22 AM.

Posted 7/2/09 10:14 AM
 

Sparkyandang
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

Jess, i hope it works out and the deal goes through quickly.

Posted 7/2/09 10:20 AM
 

belladi
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

Posted by mikeandjess

Posted by ave1024

How long has the apartment been on the market?



we listed it for 6 months ourselves previously to this. DH is a lot of things but salesman he is NOT. This time we decided to list with an agent and we've lowered the price and it's only been on the market for about a week.



You have already wasted 6 months

Take the offer and go....

Posted 7/2/09 12:04 PM
 

mikeandjess
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

Just to clear it up, we are definitely accepting one of the offers. The RA is in the works of receiving the paper work to see which of the couples is more qualified to buy. Now I need to find somewhere to live Chat Icon

Posted 7/2/09 12:52 PM
 

belladi
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

Posted by mikeandjess

Just to clear it up, we are definitely accepting one of the offers. The RA is in the works of receiving the paper work to see which of the couples is more qualified to buy. Now I need to find somewhere to live Chat Icon



Oh good.... Good luck...

Posted 7/2/09 1:03 PM
 

rkoenke
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt

bumping for update!

and to say... CONGRATULATIONS! You are doing the right thing!!!

(IMHO anyway)

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Posted 7/2/09 8:41 PM
 

mikeandjess
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt - update: We accepted!

We just got off the phone with the RA. Both couples were qualified buyers so we accepted the 2nd offer since it was a drop more than the first. Thank you all for your honest opinions and good luck wishes, I really appreciate it. Now you're going to see 3483438 posts from me about figuring out where to live, b/c we need to buy a house asap.

Posted 7/3/09 9:58 AM
 

headoverheels
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt - update: We accepted!

Posted by mikeandjess

We just got off the phone with the RA. Both couples were qualified buyers so we accepted the 2nd offer since it was a drop more than the first. Thank you all for your honest opinions and good luck wishes, I really appreciate it. Now you're going to see 3483438 posts from me about figuring out where to live, b/c we need to buy a house asap.

that is great news! congrats!

so where do you want to live? Chat Icon

Posted 7/3/09 9:59 AM
 

JldDolphin

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Re: so we got an offer on our apt - update: We accepted!

Congrats! That is great! GL house hunting. Chat Icon

Posted 7/3/09 10:15 AM
 

mikeandjess
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt - update: We accepted!

Posted by headoverheels

Posted by mikeandjess

We just got off the phone with the RA. Both couples were qualified buyers so we accepted the 2nd offer since it was a drop more than the first. Thank you all for your honest opinions and good luck wishes, I really appreciate it. Now you're going to see 3483438 posts from me about figuring out where to live, b/c we need to buy a house asap.

that is great news! congrats!

so where do you want to live? Chat Icon



Definitely nassau, we're really searching by sd. So far we like massapequa, plainedge, plainview ,we'll be looking at a few in dix hills.

Posted 7/3/09 10:30 AM
 

mcd01
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Re: so we got an offer on our apt - update: We accepted!

aww, congrats on the sale !!! and good luck house hunting, keep us updated.Chat Icon

Posted 7/4/09 9:51 AM
 
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