Hi mgm444,
Others have explained well why a cash offer makes a seller happy. Quick closing, no worry about financing, no financing costs to negotiate, basically a sure bet. It's also good for the buyer for obvious reasons (no points and interest payments) and for the less obvious reason that a motivated seller might accept a lower offer in exchange for the near certainty that the sale will go through.
As a buyer, I would always get a buyer's agent if possible. (Not possible if buying a new home in TV, but works for resales). You need to know though that your agent is only another transaction agent unless you get a written "buyer's agent" agreement. Without it, your agent is obligated only to facilitate the transaction, not to represent your interests alone in the deal.
Are you, perchance, nearing a decision on a home in TV?
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