How We Help Buyers

Step 1 • Planning and Preparation

• Discuss objectives and process

• Select a lender and begin loan approval process

• Obtain loan approval letter

• Sign exclusive buyer-broker agreement
  

Step 2 • Finding Your Home

• Browse and review online listings

• Notification of new and off-market properties

• Drive-by to preview properties 

• Attend open houses

• Set up private showings
  

Step 3 • Offers and Negotiation

• Learn about the Purchase Contract

• Discuss multiple-offer strategies (as needed)

• Offer presentation and highlighting buyer strengths

• Negotiate to optimize price and terms

• Review property report and anything affecting the title before making an offer

• Acceptance of offer/counter-offers
  

Step 4 • Escrow Process

• Notify lender of acceptance and send fully executed contract

• Deliver initial deposit per terms of agreement

• Notify lender to begin the loan and order appraisal

• Contact insurance provider for homeowners coverage
  

Step 5 • Inspections and Disclosures

• Schedule and attend home inspections

• Review all disclosures and reports

• Approve or negotiate repairs based on the inspection reports

• Contact title company to start title search

• Review appraisal

• Schedule final walk-through
  

Step 6 • Closing

• Review closing statement from escrow

• Transfer utilities to new location

• Arrange down payment and closing costs

• Meet with escrow to sign loan documents

• Closing, key delivery, and celebration!

Step 7 • Our Lifelong Support

• Staying in touch

• Second homes and investment properties

• Providing resources and introductions

• Referrals, testimonials and reviews

• Continuing relationship through service to maintain the home’s value