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by nradov 1691 days ago
Buyers frequently waive the inspection contingency in hot markets with limited supply. Sellers are more likely to accept offers with fewer contingencies.
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You're not wrong. However, even if you make an all-cash offer and remove every single contingency, you're still looking at roughly 2 weeks minimum to close. You're making the assumption that title companies are competent (they are not) and move quickly (they do not). Wire transfer takes a few days, need to find a notary to sign all of the closing docs, and title companies are slammed with all of the other home purchases happening as well.
Mortgage company's fax machine has 3-day queue!