For Buyers

Buying a home is a big step? Whether you’re buying your first home, your dream home, relocating to a new area or buying your fourteenth investment property, all of your real estate purchases are an important investment. We know the market and love real estate and we’re here to guide you through the entire purchase process.

BUYER FAQ

HOW DO I KNOW IF IT IS TIME TO BUY OR RENT?

If you know where you want to live, have a steady and secure income, and are ready for the responsibilities of homeownership, then it’s a great time to invest in property.

HOW MUCH DO I NEED TO SAVE UP FOR A DOWN PAYMENT?

A conventional loan down payment is usually 20% of the sales price, but other types of financing require as little as 3.5% to 15%. A mortgage lender can tell you what types of loans you qualify for.

HOW DO I KNOW HOW MUCH I QUALIFY FOR AND HOW MUCH I CAN AFFORD?

Contact a mortgage lender to get pre-approval for a loan. The lender will ask you some basic questions about your income and debts and can tell you what amount you can be approved for, and how much your mortgage payments will be. Ask me for my lender recommendations!

CAN YOU SHOW ME A HOUSE IF IT’S NOT LISTED?

Absolutely. As a buyer’s agent, I can show you any house listed in our MLS system, and I will contact FSBO sellers on your behalf. As mentioned above, working with me as your buyer’s agent ensures that your interests are protected.

WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE ARE OTHER OFFERS ON THE HOUSE?

If a seller receives multiple offers on their home, usually their agent will inform the buyer’s that multiple offers have been received and the buyers have another opportunity to alter their original offer to present their “highest and best” offer. Keep in mind that many factors may influence the seller in addition to the offer price, such as the down payment amount, closing date, and inspection terms.