Should You Buy a Home on the Internet?

But should you buy a home online? It's possible, you know. You can sign an offer electronically. Wire funds to title. Rely on digital photographs that are emailed to you. If you aren't getting a loan, you don't need to appear in person to sign loan documents. But unlike buying a pair of shoes online, if the home isn't a good fit after you receive it, there is no sending it back.

Of course, you should be present for a home inspection . . . read more about Internet Home Buying.

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_{At the time of writing, Elizabeth Weintraub, DRE # 00697006, is a Broker-Associate at Lyon Real Estate in Sacramento, California.}