Home Buying Process

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home buying process

1 buying process

Buying power

Do you own or rent? Work with a lender to determine your buying power, and come up with a deposit and down payment

2 buying process

the mortgage process

Determine the best type of loan for you. Choose a lender. Get qualified for a mortgage.

3 buying process

determine a location

Select an area you want to be in. Determine and find the type of home you’re looking for – new, resale, short sale or a foreclosure. With your Realtor, determine your must-haves and priorities for valuing a house and discuss the current market.

4 buying process

negotiating strategies

Determine negotiating strategies, contingencies, home warranties, inspections and making an offer with your Realtor.

5 buying process

closing & Getting the keys!

Review and discuss the closing process, identify the buyer’s closing costs, title insurance, and go over how escrow works. Then, you get the keys!

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