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Buyer's Resources
Process of Buying A Home...
Employ Real Estate Expert
Step 1:
Let Andrea Miller help you make your dream home a reality!
Shop Around for Mortgage
Step 2:
You'll have a mortgage payment for 15, 20 or 30 years, so it's smart to shop around to find the best mortgage lenders out there.
Prequalify for Loan
Step 3:
Most sellers won't show you their home unless you have a mortgage pre-approval letter. They don't want to waste their time with buyers who aren't serious or financially ready to put in an offer.
Make a List of What You Need
Step 4:
Start by writing out a list of everything you want in a home. Rank each item based on how important it is to you. This will help you begin to separate your "must haves" from your "nice to haves."
Step 5:
Visit Properties
When you start house hunting can impact your number of options. For example, in Texas, April is when there are historically the most homes on the market. While in November, there are almost 34% fewer homes available.
Rank Houses
Step 6:
Have a discussion with your agent about whether your list is realistic. They know what homes in your price range and target neighborhood are like and can point out where you might have to make concessions.
Make Offers
Step 7:
Once you find a house you love, it's time to make an offer and convince the seller to sell to you. But if you don't know when to make an offer or how to make it more attractive, the seller might not accept it.
Closing
Step 8:
When it's time to close, you'll be able to do a final walkthrough of the property to ensure it's still in the expected condition. While you might be excited for the buying process to be over, stay focused so you don't miss anything.
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On closing day, be prepared to sign a ton of paperwork. Your agent (or your lawyer) should explain every document before closing, but still ask any remaining questions you have before signing.
Step 7:
Move In Your New Home
Buying a house is an involved and time-consuming process, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. If you know what steps to prepare for and have the right agent by your side, you'll find the perfect home in your price range.