05/29/2026
How to lose a house in 10 days 🏡😅
Day 1: Looking at homes before getting pre-approved 📋
Sellers won't take you seriously and neither will the market.
Day 2: Writing a super low offer "just to see" 🎲
You didn't test the waters. You just handed it to the next buyer.
Day 3: Buying a car before closing 🚗
New debt = changed debt-to-income ratio = bye bye loan approval.
Day 4: Sending a 15-page repair request 📄
Sellers have options. Don't give them a reason to pick someone else.
Day 5: Changing jobs before closing 💼
Lenders need stable income. A new job title can tank your file fast.
Day 6: Opening a new line of credit 💳
Even a store card can tank your credit score at the worst moment.
Day 7: Waiting too long to decide ⏳
In Houston, good homes don't wait. Another buyer already said yes.
Day 8: Asking for every contingency in a multiple-offer situation 🚩
In a competitive market, a clean offer wins. Demands lose.
Day 9: Falling in love before reviewing the numbers 💔
Emotion closes homes. So does overpaying for one you can't afford.
Day 10: Ignoring your agent's advice 🔑
You hired an expert. Trust the process or risk starting over.
And just like that, someone else is signing the papers on your dream home. 😮💨
Houston doesn't wait 📍 Neither do other buyers.
The difference between closing and losing isn't luck. It's preparation, strategy, and having the right person in your corner from day one 🤍
DM me "READY" and let's make sure your story ends at the closing table ✨
SAHAR KHATIB | YOUR HOUSTON REALTOR
📲 832-630-5020
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