Buying Tips

How I Can Help You Buy a Home

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Whether it’s your first home or if you’re an experienced buyer, purchasing a home is a complex process. By working with me, you’ll find a home in the neighborhood where you want to live, one that fits your budget and meets your goals for features, quality and value. Once you’ve found the home that’s right for you, I will guide you through the process of making an offer; negotiating the terms of the sale; getting your potential purchase inspected, repaired and appraised; and closing the sale.

Buying a home can be a very stressful event… but it doesn’t have to be. I am a huge believer in research and planning. And my goal with all of my clients is to educate, research and plan to accomplish your home goals.  Several of the services I offer include:

  • Reviewing your financial profile.
  • Identifying motivation and timeframe.
  • Education on the home buying process including closing costs and tax implications.
  • Determining home feature preferences.
  • Discerning any unique buying terms i.e. rent-backs, rent-to-own, etc.
  • Establishing communication preferences.
  • Co-ordinating meetings with lenders, home appraisers and other applicable vendors.
  • Creating MLS home search profiles.
  • Home showings.
  • Writing offers and facilitating negotiations that convert.
  • And I like to service my clients in different ways after the closing as well.

My goal is to help my clients manage their emotions to achieve their homeownership goals. My Dad once told me that a fair deal is a deal where both parties walk away feeling like they’ve given up something.  Worst case scenario, I’d like all my clients to get a fair deal… and if they get a great deal that much the better.

When you work with me, you will:

  • Be more likely to find the home that meets all your criteria
  • Lessen the amount of time it will take to find your home
  • Understand all the terms, processes and documents used when buying your home
  • Have up-to-date market information that will allow you to make informed decisions
  • Have a skilled negotiator working on your behalf, one who is committed to looking after your best interests
  • Enjoy peace of mind, knowing that all the details of your purchase are being taken care of by an experienced and knowledgeable professional.

If you see a property with another real estate agent and you would like me to service you, I’d appreciate the opportunity. Please contact me and I’ll service you exceptionally.  Or if you see a home that would be perfect for a friend or relative…  have them contact me and I’ll do the same.