To my fellow Houston area Texas Realtors::My coworker has a cash offer for one of her listings, and the buyers agent client is an investor looking to buy 75 houses in the Houston area.Has anyone heard of this potential buyer? If so, any knowledge on whether or not the investors are scamming sellers etc?

Dear Suzanne,\n\nBe cautious on the provided proof of funds. Check the names in the submitted offer. Increasing option fee as well as earnest money might as well help. And of course price your listing right, so you do not have to deal with the wholesaler or assignees etc.\n\nRegards,\n\nCagdas Acar\nMsc PSA Realtor@\nWebsite: www.cagdasacar.kw.com\nEmail: acarster@gmail.com\nPhone 832-283-1091

What are the differences between option pending, pending-continue to show, and pending?

Hello Lauren!\n\nGood question. Pending with option - The buyer has written into the contract that there are a certain number of days in which the buyer can do their research (home inspection, insurance quotes, etc) and they can back out of the contract within the days specified without recourse.\n\nPending continue to show - An offer has already been executed and passed the option period, and the seller is still willing to allow the home to be shown in hopes of back up offers.\n\nPending - The contract has completed the option period, and buyer and seller are awaiting the closing date.\n\nHave a great day! Suzanne\n\n