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It makes sense to give any San Diego foreclosure property an in-depth examination.  Of course as your San Diego foreclosure Realtors, we have taken the guesswork out of buying San Diego foreclosures and REOs, but we still think that you should be an informed San Diego foreclosure investor. So, here is a basic check list and a few tips on buying San Diego foreclosures and REO, as well as some information on attending San Diego real estate auctions.

• If you purchase a property at a public foreclosure auction, you won't have a chance to inspect a property before buying, which makes this type of purchase more risky. But if you've researched the title and determined the amount owed is far less than the market value, you'll have some margin to cover unexpected repair costs. Before you go to the auction, set a maximum bid based on your research and stick to that bid at the auction. 

• First, check the Lien & Loan History for all debts secured by the property. Subtract the total amount owed from the estimated market value, based on the Comparable Sales, to determine the potential bargain. After making contact with the owner or real estate agent, arrange a walk-through of the property to evaluate its condition. Factor estimated repair costs into your purchase offer. Before you close the deal, hire a professional home inspector to inspect the property and enlist a title company to run a final title check.

• If you purchase a property at a public foreclosure auction, you won't have a chance to inspect a property before buying, which makes this type of purchase more risky. But if you've researched the title and determined the amount owed is far less than the market value, you'll have some margin to cover unexpected repair costs. Before you go to the auction, set a maximum bid based on your research and stick to that bid at the auction.

• Although you'll be able to inspect the property if it's bank-owned, the bank typically knows little about the property and will sell it in "as is" condition. This means the bank will disclose all the needed repairs it knows about, but is not held responsible after the sale for any repairs it did not know about. Factor the known repairs into your purchase offer and have a professional inspection conducted before closing the deal. You should also have a title company run a final title check before closing, although most banks will make sure the title is clear before selling.

No matter what type of property you're planning to buy, good property research will help you recognize which properties represent smart investments and which do not. And that research is now much more convenient thanks to the extensive property research tools available on the San Diego foreclosures website. Remember, a little preparation before the sale can help you reap huge benefits. So, it's worth your time and energy to do a little homework!

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