LEARN MORE ABOUT BUYING A HOME

Explore The Home Buying Process

Start your journey to homeownership with myour step-by-step guide. I willWe will advise you through each step, from assessing your buying power to the final walkthrough. MyOur strategic approach will ensure you're equipped to make informed decisions for a successful and rewarding home purchase.

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Meet Your Agent

Meet with your agent to discuss the process, ask questions, get to know each other, explain your timeline and the home you are searching for. Your agent will explain her role, what to expect and talk you through the documents required to represent you and answer any questions that arise.

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Get Pre-Approved

The first step to buying a home is to understand your buying power and establish a price range. A licensed lender can help evaluate your financial standing and provide a pre-approval. They will review your income and credit history to determine how much the bank will lend you, which will help you determine the price range for your search. Having a preapproval in hand is the first essential step to begin the home buying process.

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The Home Search

You can start your search for the perfect home right here with up-to-date MLS listings in your favorite neighborhoods. Your realtor will discuss the search criteria and create a curated collection of listings that will be emailed to you daily. The collection will serve as our meeting place to check out the available listings together. You will be able to mark homes as "favorite" or"not interested," make comments and request tours all in one place! As your REALTOR®REALTOR® Team, Iwe will also search for homes on your behalf. When you find a home that you like, we'll schedule a showing tour for you to preview the property in person.

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Making An Offer

When you're ready to move forward with a purchase, Iwe will advise you on constructing the strongest offer possible. Then Iwe will draw up the necessary paperwork on your behalf. There is a lot to consider when making an offer. We'll discuss the purchase price, the closing date, sale contingencies and any special stipulations for your particular purchase and how to customise the details on a case by case basis with unique information about the property you chose. Once an offer is submitted, the seller may accept, reject or counter the offer. If the seller returns a counter, we will enter a negotiation period until an agreement is reached, or the offer is rejected by either party.

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Going Under Contract

If your offer is accepted, Iwe will bind the agreement, and you will be officially under contract. The purchase will not be complete until closing, but the home cannot be sold to anyone else while the contract remains in effect. At this point you may be required to make an earnest money deposit, and you will also need to secure your mortgage loan, unless you are making a cash purchase. Lenders offer a wide range of loan programs, so it's important to work with a lender you trust to help you determine the best loan for your specific circumstances.

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Home Inspection

You may elect to inspect the home. A licensed home inspector will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the entire property and report any problems with the condition of the home's structure or systems. The inspector will also investigate potential issues such as pest infestations or mold. In some cases, additional inspections by specialists may be desirable, such as a structural or roof inspection. Depending on the purchase agreement, we may enter additional rounds of negotiation to resolve any problems discovered during the inspection process.

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Home Appraisal

Your lender will arrange a professional appraisal of the home. An appraisal is an unbiased estimate of the true (or fair market) value of a home and is conducted by an independent third party. The appraiser will confirm the appraisal value of the property for all parties involved.

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The Final Walkthrough

Prior to closing, we will conduct a final walkthrough of the home to ensure that the home is in the same (or better) condition as when the original offer was made. This is the final opportunity to call out any problems identified with the home before closing. Depending on the purchase agreement, you may sign a formal contract addendum confirming that the walkthrough is complete, and the condition of the home is acceptable.

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Closing!

Time to celebrate! Your lender will provide a final closing disclosure that summarizes the loan terms, monthly payments, taxes, and other costs associated with the closing. They will also confirm that you are clear to close, and you will sign all of the paperwork required to complete your purchase and loan agreement. Once the paperwork is signed by all parties and your loan is funded, you will receive keys, and you'll be ready to move into your new home!

Register Your MLS Search Account

By registering an account, you'll gain access to special features that make the home search process easier and more convenient. This will help you stay up-to-date with the latest homes for sale in your preferred area.

Home Search

Access interactive search features with real-time MLS listings to help you find your new home. Save and rate your favorites!

Email Drips

Save your searches and get email alerts with the latest listings that match your criterion sent direct to your inbox!

Market Analysis

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Featured Listings

Browse myour exclusive featured listings in your favorite area. Sort homes by price, location and more!

Buyer Resources

Learn about our unique approach to real estate with our Buyer's Presentation Flipbook and our Buyer's Transaction Roadmap

Moving Checklist

Make planning your move effortless with myour Moving Checklist, your essential guide to a successful move. From getting organized two months before moving day, to packing, updating personal records, and final home preparations, this complete guide is designed to keep your move on track and stress-free.