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Offer Accepted → Now What? Navigating the 41-Day Gauntlet

Finding the house takes about 10 weeks—but the real work starts after your offer is accepted. In this episode, Tim Lucas and Craig Berry map the ~41-day closing maze, with real stories of what can go sideways and how to stay on track. You’ll learn:Timeline Reality: What actually happens between acceptance and keys—earnest money deadlines, inspections, appraisal, underwriting, closing disclosure, and fundingInspection Landmines: Hidden water damage, renegotiations, and how contingency clocks create pressureEarnest Money Shock: Why the 48-hour deposit window feels so real—and how to prep for…

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