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Escrow Surplus– All Questions Answered

by Lightspeed Escrow | Nov 10 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

Find out what an escrow surplus is, if you are eligible for an escrow surplus refund, and when that escrow surplus check is coming in

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Earnest Money vs. Down Payment: What’s the Difference?

by Lightspeed Escrow | Nov 7 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

Real estate terminology can really throw you for a loop. Tune in as we’re about to settle the “earnest money vs. down payment” debate once and for all

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California Escrow Requirements: A Step-by-Step Guide to Escrow

by Lightspeed Escrow | Oct 28 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

Escrow can be daunting, so we’re here to help! In this article, you’ll learn the California escrow requirements and the necessary steps in the escrow process.

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Mortgage Escrow Account Pros and Cons

by Lightspeed Escrow | Oct 20 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

What is a mortgage escrow account and what are the escrow account’s pros and cons? Is it a specific type of escrow? Read on to learn all you need to know.

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Buyer Escrow Timeline - What to Expect from the Process

by Lightspeed Escrow | Oct 14 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

Purchasing a home has a lot of moving parts, the escrow timeline being one of them. Prepare in advance by learning all about the escrow process flow!

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What Is Escrow Holdback and How Does It Work?

by Lightspeed Escrow | Oct 12 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

Escrow holdback may benefit you in certain scenarios. However, this option isn’t available to everyone. Learn more about it here and see if you qualify.

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Explaining Escrow Fraud – How You Can Protect Yourself

by Lightspeed Escrow | Sep 30 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

Do you know what escrow fraud is and how damaging it can be? Do your due diligence and learn how to protect yourself before you become a victim.

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Is California a Community Property State?

by Lightspeed Escrow | Sep 20 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

Community property states are states where community property law rules. Is California a community property state, and how does this law work? Discover here.

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What Is a Due-on-Sale Clause?

by Lightspeed Escrow | Sep 12 2022 | Real-Estate-Deals

A due-on-sale clause protects the lender if the homeowner tries to sell their property to another party without the lender’s consent. Learn more about it here.

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