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Homebuying Tips & Planning Notes

"STEPS TO BUYING A HOME"

 Check List!

  • List Reasons Why You Are Buying A Home

Such as Long Term Investment, Stability, Less Moving, Tax Benefits, More Space, Down Sizing, etc. 

  • Most Important Must Haves

Such as Desired Location, Levels - One-Story, Multi-Levels, First Floor Primary Bedroom, Closet Space, Kitchen, Garage, Back Yard, Number of Bed/Bathrooms, etc. 

  • Desired Location

Proximity To Work, School, Family, Walking Trails, Park, Restaurants, Retail, Doctor's office, etc.

  • Type of House

Single Family, Townhouse, Condominium, High Rise, Multi-Family, etc.

  • Features

Number of Bedrooms, Bath, Open Concept, Flooring,

Tub, Walk-in Shower, Outdoor Space, etc.

  • Finances

Income - Assets - Budget - Down Payment - Credit

  • Check Home Buyer Programs

Down Payment Assistance, Builder/Seller Incentives

  • Get acquainted with the housing market

Start having fun ... go on line to check out the housing market-place, view property listings, photos, pricing & availability, etc.

CREATE YOUR "STEPS TO BUYING A HOME" WORK SHEET

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Homebuying Tips & Planning Notes

Phase I

Find An Agent

Select a Lender - Get Loan Pre-Approval

Start House Hunting With Your Agent

Find Your Home You Want to Purchase

Get a Comparative Market Analysis

Review the Property Taxes, HOA fees and information, Dead Restrictions

 

Plan The Offer

Submit The Offer

 

Be Prepared For Counter Offer

Negotiate The Offer

Phase II

Offer Accepted!

 

Pay Earnest Money - To Title Co. or as on contract

Pay Termination Option Fee!

Schedule Inspection

Receive & Review  Inspection Report

Receive Survey | Title Commitment

Get Homeowner's Insurance Quotes

Lender Schedule Appraisal

 

Receive Loan Confirmation

Receive Closing Statement 

Move Forward With Closing

Phase III

Review Pre-Settlement Statement

 

Go To Escrow Agent Closing

 

Settle & Close The Sale

Receive Keys To Your New Home

Do The Happy Dance!!

Move In, Design & Decorate!!!

 

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