There are certain important things you need to do before you get in touch with a FSBO seller. When it comes to money matters, you cannot take any chance. If you can prove that your credit status is good and you are capable of affording the home then that will definitely put the seller as ease. In case you are opting for a mortgage then it is very essential that you get a pre approval for it before you settle the real estate deal with the home owner. Get a good pre-approval letter from the lender and produce a copy for the home owner so that he or she knows you are well qualified for the mortgage that you require to buy the home. In this way you will also not have to reveal anything about your personal financial matters before the seller.
Visit the site where the FSBO property is listed and check out the photos, descriptions, and the other details. Try to find out about the neighborhood in which the home is situated. Are there good schools? What about the crime scenario? These are just some of the things that you need to find out. If you find a good “for sale by owner” home then do not waste the opportunity and visit the owner.
