Angela PresleyLicense ID:353255
Thinking About Buying a Home?
The home you love today could be under contract tomorrow.
Whether you're a first-time home buyer or preparing for your next move, knowing what to expect can make the process easier. Buying a home is a big decision, but you don't have to figure everything out on your own. From understanding your budget to getting the keys, I’ll help you navigate each step of the home-buying process.
Your Home-Buying Journey
1. 💰 Understand Your Budget
Before searching for homes, get a clear picture of what fits comfortably within your budget. Consider your monthly payment, down payment, closing costs, taxes, insurance and other expenses.
2. 🏦 Get Pre-Approved
A mortgage pre-approval can help you understand your purchasing power and shows sellers that you're prepared to buy.
First-time buyer? Don't assume you need a 20% down payment. Depending on your circumstances and loan program, lower-down-payment options may be available.
3. 🔎 Search for Your Home
Now comes the exciting part. Explore homes currently on the market and narrow your search by location, price, features and lifestyle.
4. 🏡 Tour Your Favorites
Photos only tell part of the story. We'll tour the homes you're interested in and look beyond the surface at location, condition, features and potential resale considerations.
5. ✍️ Make an Offer
When you find the right home, I'll help you understand comparable properties, current market conditions and the terms of your offer so you can make an informed decision.
6. 🔍 Inspections, Appraisal & Financing
Once you're under contract, there are several important milestones before closing. Depending on the transaction, these can include inspections, negotiations, appraisal, final loan approval and title work.
I'll help you keep track of what comes next.
7. 🔑 Closing Day
You'll review and sign your closing documents, complete the transaction and—once everything is finalized—get the keys to your new home.
Welcome home. 🏡
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