Your Guide to Buying a Home
The Home Buying Process
When you are ready for a new home or at least a new home for you, we can help.
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make. It is important to be prepared and to understand the process before you start shopping for a home. This page will walk you through the key steps of buying a home, from getting pre-approved for a mortgage to closing on your new home.
We understand that buying a home can be a daunting task, but we are here to help you every step of the way. Our team of experienced real estate agents can guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced investor, we can help you find the perfect home for your needs and budget.
SELECT YOUR AGENT
The Home Buying Process has a lot of steps to manage. Finding the perfect agent to help through that process is your first step.
PRE-APPROVAL
Make yourself a strong buyer. Take the time to get proof that you can pay, from a letter from your bank to a pre-approval from a lender.
HOME SEARCH
When you want to see all listed homes, talk with your agent to set up a custom search with your criteria to make sure you don’t miss an opportunity.
VIEW HOMES
View every home virtually online first to select your favorites. Your Realty Resource Agent will then schedule times to view your favorites.
EVALUATE THE DEAL
You found the “one”, but does it check all the boxes: location, style, space, condition, and for investor buyers income potential?
CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS
Your agent will help you fill out the offer and guide you through negotiations. Having an experienced agent is a must.
CLOSING PROCESS
Inspecting the home to look for hidden flaws and possibly renegotiating the contract is next, followed by appraisals and getting final loan approval.
CLOSING PROCESS
On the day of closing you can sit down in person or virtually with your agent and your closer to go through all the documents and sign.
CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS
After closing, you can take possession and move in, start renovations, or take over rental management of your new property.
Learn More about the Home Buying Process
- Get Pre-Approved to Buy a Home: A Guide for Potential Homebuyers
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