Step 1: Make offer
Work with me to submit a written offer to the seller. Specify the price, contingencies, and any conditions you want met
Buying a home is one of the most exciting milestones of your life. To prepare yourself for this moment, you need to know what to expect during the process. This step-by-step first time buyer’s guide created by your agent will help reduce the stress of buying a home and help you enjoy the journey as much as possible.
Work with me to submit a written offer to the seller. Specify the price, contingencies, and any conditions you want met
Engage in negotiations with the seller to reach an agreement on price and other terms. Your real estate agent plays a crucial role in this process.
Schedule a professional home inspection to identify any issues with the property. Use the inspection report to negotiate repairs or adjustments to the offer
The lender conducts an appraisal to ensure the property's value aligns with the loan amount. If there are discrepancies, negotiations may be necessary.
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Finalize your mortgage application, providing any additional documentation required by the lender. Stay in close communication with your loan officer.
Conduct a title search to ensure clear ownership. Obtain title insurance to protect against potential title issues.
Receive a Closing Disclosure detailing the final closing costs. Prepare the necessary funds for closing.
Schedule and attend the closing meeting. Review and sign all relevant documents, including the mortgage, title, and other paperwork.
After signing the final paperwork to complete the purchase, you are now the owner of a new house. It may take a few days for your loan to be funded once the paperwork has been returned to the lender, but once that check is delivered to the seller, you’ll be all set to move into the home of your dreams.
