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What should be on my first-deal checklist?

Pre-approval, target market, deal criteria, agent, inspector, lender, insurance, lease, and reserves.

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Direct answer

Pre-approval, target market, deal criteria, agent, inspector, lender, insurance, lease, and reserves.

Expanded explanation

Build the system before the deal. Buyers who get their pre-approval, criteria sheet, and inspector lined up close 3x faster than those who scramble at offer time.

Examples

  • Pre-approval letter + criteria (3/2 SFR, $150–200k, $1,500+ rent) + 6mo reserves verified.

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