The 4 Things That Kill Home Deals | Closing The Deal Ep. 66

Buying a home is exciting… until the deal falls apart.In this episode of Closing the Deal, Zach Dickson and Sam Enright break down the 4 biggest reasons real estate deals fail—and what you can do to avoid them. From inspection surprises to financing mistakes, these are the real-world issues that can derail your home purchase—even when everything seems on track.If you’re a first-time homebuyer (or even experienced), this episode will help you navigate the process with confidence and avoid costly mistakes.🔑 What You’ll Learn:Why home inspections are the #1 deal killerThe most common financing mistakes buyers makeHow low appraisals impact your purchaseWhy timeline delays can cause deals to fall apartHow to navigate and negotiate through each issue💡 The truth: Most deals don’t fall apart—but understanding these risks can make all the difference when they do.🎙️ New episodes every Friday at noon📲 Follow for real estate tips, home buying strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights00:00 – Why Home Deals Fall Apart00:49 – There Are NO Guarantees in Real Estate01:52 – How Complex the Buying Process Really Is05:15 – #1: Inspection Issues (The Biggest Deal Killer)08:42 – Why One Buyer Walks & Another Buys the Same House11:17 – #2: Financing Problems Explained11:45 – Job Changes That Kill Deals12:50 – Taking on New Debt During the Process13:50 – Credit & Income Issues That Pop Up17:25 – Buyer Responsibility in Financing18:47 – #3: Appraisal Issues (Low Value Problems)19:30 – What Happens When an Appraisal Comes in Low21:46 – Unique Property & Appraisal Challenges25:14 – Required Repairs & Loan Restrictions25:46 – #4: Timeline Problems & Delays28:00 – When Extensions Become Necessary29:50 – Do Timeline Issues Actually Kill Deals?30:50 – 95–97% of Deals Still Close31:57 – Why Awareness = Better Decisions33:31 – Final Thoughts & Takeaways