Buyer Guide

Buying a home can be an overwhelming process. From financing to negotiating to closing, there are a lot of moving pieces that can leave homebuyers bewildered. As a real estate agent, I can help guide you through each step of the buying process, offering sound advice along the way. Because I know the ins and outs of the real estate industry, my goal is for you not only end up with a great home, but to also walk away with a great experience.

Here are some of the key areas we will focus on together:

Getting pre-approved by a lender

By providing me with some basic information about your income, savings, and debt, I can assist you in getting pre-approved by a reputable lender. The lender will then go over your financing options, what monthly payment amount you can afford, and what you can expect for down payment requirements and closing costs. Together this tells us what price range we should be staying within.

Choosing a home

For most buyers, choosing a home is an emotional process. I can assist you in this process by offering objective information about each property you look at. From local community information like schools and zoning to home-specific details like condition and amenities, together we will find exactly what you’re looking for.

Making an offer

Once you’ve found the home of your dreams, I will research recent comparable sales of similar homes in the area to help determine a fair selling price. Based on those comparable sales, as well as other factors like inspections and repairs, I will then help you structure an offer and put my years of negotiating skills to the best use getting you the very best deal.

Closing

Closing, or settlement, can be a complicated process. But, experience has shown me a well worn path to your success... from securing the offer to securing the keys.