BUYERS

STEP NUMBER ONE:

PRE-QUALIFICATION: Meet with a local mortgage broker and find out how much you can afford to pay for a home. While knowing how much you can afford is the first step, sellers will be much more receptive to potential buyers who have been pre-approved. You will also be disappointed if you go for homes outside of your price range.

STEP TWO:

MAKE A LIST OF NEEDS & WANTS: The first list is the MUST haves (number of bedrooms, location, etc.) this is typically the deal breaker list and the second list is the WISH list more things you would like to have (pool, etc.) but are not necessary. This will help keep you on track with what you are looking for.

Questions to also consider:

• What do I want my home close to?
• How much space do I need and why?
• Which is more critical: location or size?
• Do I want a fixer upper?
• Do I want an existing home, new construction or to build a custom home?
• What features and amenities do I want or really need?

STEP THREE:

HIRE A REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL: You want someone who is working for you - the buyer. Also, it does not cost you anything to work with an agent so why would you not hire a professional? Real estate transactions are a complex process and you want someone to walk you through the process from start to finish to orchestrate finding the right home and getting that home closed.

You should expect your agent to:

• Educate you about the market.
• Analyze your wants and needs to show you homes that meet your criteria.
• Negotiate on your behalf.
• Coordinate all paperwork and deadlines.
• Help resolve any problems that may arise.

ALL THE ABOVE MAY SEEM OVERWHELMING. THAT IS WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE ERIN ALLEN WHO IS A PROFESSIONAL TO REPRESENT YOU AND HELP YOU KEEP TRACK OF ALL THE DETAILS FOR YOU! DON’T DELAY CALL TODAY!