Getting Started in 5 Easy Steps.

If you are thinking about buying a home and you want to make a good decision – Make a plan.

Consider if buying a home is right for you.

What is your financial situation – both current and future?
Where do you want to live?
What type of housing would be ideal?
When do you want it to happen?
What is important to you? Schools, neighborhood, transportation, crime rates, environmental conditions…

Select a REALTOR to represent you

While there is plenty of information online, all markets vary from one another, and a good agent can guide you by giving you information based on experience and market knowledge. If you pick right, your agent will be able to combine their knowledge of financing, home construction, the area, contracts, negotiations, and the buying process to represent your interests from start to finish.

Make time to get your finances in order

When buying a home the two biggest numbers to understand are the cash requirements to purchase and the monthly payment amount.
Order your free credit report through the FTC program. Make sure you understand the impact to your credit score before you take on new credit or cancel existing credit accounts.
Find a lender – Use our Business resource page to find a local lender who will work with you to understand your options and get you pre-approved for a loan with no obligation.

Learn about the home search tools available to you

Define the areas you want to search for homes and get set up with email alerts
Learn what to look for in the properties you are seeing. Depending on the age and type of construction, there are many telltale signs to look for.

Learn how to make offers with confidence

There are many factors other than price that make up an offer. Learn about standard contingencies like: Home inspections, Financing and Appraisal and how you will be protected before you make the offer.

Learn how to compare the pricing of one home against another.

For more assistance please contact us with your question