For Buyers
Buying
a home is an exciting time in one's life. Choosing an experienced,
dedicated REALTOR® to assist you is the first step toward ensuring
that your new home and new neighborhood meet your needs. My services
begin with a discussion of your home buying objectives, to include your
need to arrange financing. Then, working together as a team, we will
find the best home for you, at the best price, and with the least
inconvenience to you and your family.
Some individuals prefer to take an active role in searching for their new home, and I have provided a "MLS Search" feature for your convenience. Simply go back to the "Home Page" and click on the picture of the Northwest Coast mask on the left side of the page (below the Keller Williams logo). For your convenience, I can also set up a personal search account for you with the Northwest MLS, and then provide listings by email. I pride myself on repeat business and I believe that you'll come to understand why.
Some individuals prefer to take an active role in searching for their new home, and I have provided a "MLS Search" feature for your convenience. Simply go back to the "Home Page" and click on the picture of the Northwest Coast mask on the left side of the page (below the Keller Williams logo). For your convenience, I can also set up a personal search account for you with the Northwest MLS, and then provide listings by email. I pride myself on repeat business and I believe that you'll come to understand why.
How I can help you
Before you start looking
Closing costs
As your Real Estate Consultant, I will:
- assure that you see all the properties in the area that meet your criteria;
- guide you through the entire home buying process, from finding homes that meet your criteria to getting the best financing;
- make sure you don't pay too much for your new home, and help you avoid costly mistakes;
- answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.
Before you start looking for your new home:
- check your credit rating, and straighten out any errors before it's too late;
- determine a comfortable monthly budget for your new purchase, including down payment and monthly payment;
- find a loan program that meets your needs and get pre-qualified (preferably pre-approved);
- choose a REALTOR® that you trust and who understands your needs;
- determine what neighborhood best matches your needs;
- identify important features you need your new home to have.
- Lender fees include charges for loan processing, underwriting, preparation and establishing an escrow account.
- Third-party fees include charges for insurance, title search, and other inspections such as termites.
- Governmental fees include deed recording and state & local mortgage taxes.
- Escrow and interest fees include homeowner's insurance, loan interest, real estate taxes, and occasionally private mortgage insurance.
Find out how much your closing costs could be.
