Getting a house under contract is not the finish line—it's just the beginning of an obstacle course full of potential pitfalls! In this episode, we're walking you through the essential steps to keep your transaction on track from contract to closing, because nothing is worse than a premature "Sold" post! We're covering: The #1 mistake agents make when handling offers The email template that has saved Alissa's transactions countless times Red flags that signal your deal might be in trouble The proactive steps you need to take before accepting an offer How to avoid last-minute closing disasters that make sellers (and buyers) furious What to check on a pre-approval letter before celebrating that contract From poorly written offers to unresponsive lenders, we're breaking down everything that can derail a deal—and, more importantly, how to prevent it. Because no one wants to break the bad news to their seller that their "pending" home isn't actually closing. If you've ever had a deal fall apart at the last minute, or if you just want to sharpen your skills to prevent transaction drama, this episode is for you! Products, People & Previous Episodes Mentioned: Client Management: Episode 255 Being a Great Co-Op Agent: Episode 129 Key Quotes/Takeaways: 💬 "You can't assume anything in a real estate transaction. If you do, you're setting yourself up for failure." – Katy 💬 "The agents who struggle the most are reactive, not proactive. The best agents see potential problems before they happen." – Alissa 💬 "You need me more from contract to close than you do to find a house." – Katy 💬 "A bad lender can sink a deal before it even starts. Pay attention to how quickly they respond." – Alissa 💬 "It's better to catch a deal-breaker on Day 1 than Day 30." – Katy Leave us a review at ratethispodcast.com/hustlehumbly Get your FREE Database Template Email Templates 101: emailtemplates101.com Build Your Own Business 101: hustlehumblypodcast.com/byob Agent Systems 101: agentsystems101.com All Resources: hustlehumblypodcast.com Submit your topic ideas and toasts to
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