Understanding the Buying Process
Are you prepared for the process of buying a home? Follow along with the steps below to ensure a successful transaction.
Home-Buying 101
Know What You Can Afford
Get a pre-approval letter from your bank so your realtor can help you find the best listings.
Find the Right Realtor
A strong team will make the home-buying process easier, and a local realtor will have the best advice.
Make an Offer on the Perfect Home
Once you have found the right home, its time to make an offer and work with your lender to close the deal.
These are the three biggest steps, but keep scrolling for more detailed information about the home buying process
Detailed Overview - What you Need to Know
I'm here to help you every step of the journey, whether you're a first-time buyer or new to the Cedar Creek Lake region. I'll provide competent, caring, and candid counsel to help you make informed decisions during what will be one of the most important transactions of your life, no matter what type of home you're looking for. That is my dedication to you as a professional.
Check out some of my tips below, or contact me to get your questions answered
01.
Know What You Can Afford
There's nothing worse than falling in love with a home that is outside of your price range. Avoid the heartbreak and know what you can afford before you start looking.
03.
Find the Right Realtor
Make sure your realtor works in your search area. Local realtors know their local market and will get you the best deal based on local expertise.
05.
Get Inspections and Appraisals
If your lender has specific requirements for a home, your realtor will help you check those boxes before making an offer. Then, you will need to work with your lender to move on to closing.
02.
Learn About Your Search Area
Buying a home in the perfect location can make a big difference- consider your commute to work, to the grocery store, and to schools.
04.
Make an Offer and Work With Your Lender
If your lender has specific requirements for a home, your realtor will help you check those boxes before making an offer. Then, you will need to work with your lender to move on to closing.
06.
Close Your Loan
Make sure your lender has all of the required info in a timely manner and remember that deadlines come up quickly.