Steps 2 Buying a Home

 

When I represent a buyer, I have your best interests at heart. Whether you’re buying a $100,000 home or a $1 million home, you will get my full attention, access to lenders and home inspectors as well as my expert and honest advice.  I believe it’s my job to not only find you the perfect home but also to educate you throughout the entire process so you know you’re making the best short and long-term financial decisions. For most people, buying a home is the most expensive purchase they will ever make and it’s my job to make sure you not only get a great home but get it for a great price.  I go above and beyond for every client - I would love to help you.

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Read my blog posts which detail each step of the real estate transaction for buyers:  This is a work in progress so if you see what I can do better please let me know! 

 

Step 1:   We are now working together!

Step 2:   Get Pre-approved for a mortgage

Step 3:   Download our home buyer’s checklist (in progress)

Step 4:   Find the home of your dreams

Step 5:   Time to View Properties

Step 6:   Making an offer

Step 7:   I have an accepted contract. Now what?

Step 8:   Drop off your earnest money check

Step 9:   Time to Schedule the home inspection

Step 10: Give notice to your landlord (only applies to tenants who are currently renting)

Step 11: Time to STOP Spending

Step 12: Schedule Closing and your Moving Day

Step 13:  What to Expect with the Inspection

Step 14:  Reading and Understanding the Inspection report

Step 15:  Review the HOA condo documents (for buyers who are purchasing condos)

Step 16:  Appraisal time

Step 17:  Hire movers and start packing

Step 18:  Hook up your utilities

Step 19:  Set up homeowner’s insurance

Step 20:  Get your down payment ready

Step 21:  What is clear to close?

Step 22:  Attend the walkthrough

Step 23:  It's Closing Time