Buying Process

Steps for Buying Home

To help you understand the process, we've outlined most of the key steps to buying a home, and we’ve detailed the ways that we can provide assistance.

Step One: Get Pre-Approved For a Loan

This is probably the best advantage you can give yourself as a buyer. Sellers will take your offer more seriously and you’ll have an edge over buyers who are not pre-approved.

Step Two: Learn the Market

One of the best ways to learn about the market is to be constantly looking at properties. This will help you become familiar with what’s on the market and how homes are priced.

Step Three: Choose a Professional

Having an agent represent you as a buyer puts a knowledgeable, professional negotiator in your corner and it doesn’t cost you anything.

Step Four: Secure Your Loan

When you find the right home, we can make the process of financing easier with one-stop shopping for a broad selection of lenders and loan products. We’ll help you choose the right loan based on your current finances and how long you plan to own your home.

Step Five: Getting To Closing

Now that your offer has been accepted, your Realtor’s job is over, right? Wrong. Finding your new home and negotiating the sales contract is just part of the process. Your Realtor will help you manage all of the steps to ensure a smooth transaction and closing. The things that your Realtor should help you with after your contract is executed are Scheduling your Home Inspection, Proceed with Financing, Setting up Your Utilities, Scheduling Closing.

Other Steps: Moving to the Area

If you are considering a move to any of the communities around our region, we can help. We can provide information on neighborhoods and schools, and we will work with you to find the perfect home.