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 our team will help reduce the stress of buying a home and help you enjoy the journey as much as possible.
First, I will connect with you for an initial consultation to discuss what you are looking for in your next home so I can help guide your search.
We will establish a mutual business agreement. This document is designed to increase transparency by laying out my obligation to you, in addition to details on term length, compensation, termination, exclusivity, representation, and property criteria.
If you are obtaining financing, getting a pre-approval letter from a lender before submitting an offer is important because it shows you are more likely to meet the proposed settlement date.
Together, we will identify your ideal home's location and amenities, and attend open houses in a range of areas. I will listen to your continued feedback and activate a specialized search for properties.
Once we find the right home, we will collaborate on a competitive offer. It is my job to guide you through the decision-making process to ensure you are confident with our offer.
Your contract is the agreement between you and the seller to purchase the property for a specific price. Also defined in the contract is the settlement company, date, and earnest money deposit.
It is my responsibility to coordinate all desired home inspections within the agreed timeline. We will review disclosures and preliminary title report. You may approve or negotiate credits and/or repairs.
Your lender will let you know the list of financial documents necessary. Once they have all documents, they will review and issue a Clear-to-Close. Your lender will have an appraisal done on the property.
Congratulations! You are now a home owner. Welcome home!
Experience the difference that exceptional service and results can make in your real estate journey. Merek is dedicated to providing personalized attention and expert guidance to each client. He ensures that your unique needs are met with the highest standards of professionalism.