Real estate transactions are rarely a done deal once the purchase contract has been signed. There are still a few steps to get through before you reach your closing day, one of which is the title search. This is when documents on the history of a property are reviewed...
So after a lot of open houses and tough decisions, you finally have a signed deal. At this point, it might be tempting to pop open the champagne but don't just yet. Just because you have a signed contract doesn't mean things can't go wrong. There are still a few steps...
Even if you already have an accepted offer, a home can't be considered bought until the money has changed hands. But before you can get to that you'll need to navigate a few things, one of which is the home inspection. This is a vital step in the buying process in...
Every home buyer wants their purchase to be a success. What's the best way to success? It's being prepared for the road ahead. An Exclusive Buyer's Agent can definitely help make the buying process a success. In any case, buyers who take the time to prepare themselves...
If you're looking to buy a new home, chances are you don't have a full understanding of the local real estate market. Nor are you likely to possess the skill set needed to assess different properties, negotiate a home sale, and navigate intricate local real estate...
Buying a home is a huge life event and taking out a mortgage on it will be one of the scariest parts of it. It's a lot of responsibility to take on and if it's your first time getting a mortgage then, naturally, you'll want some advice from those who've done it...
Buying a home is a big moment and one that's easy to get emotional about. Most home buying etiquette is common sense but it's easy to overlook something in the heat of the moment. Fail to show good etiquette and you could end up losing the deal. Remember, sellers are...
Buying a home can be one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have. You get to explore all the options out there, dream about what you can do with the place and finally live that dream after closing day. It's a long process at times but it's well worth it....
So you've found your dream home and are ready to make an offer. This offer will be presented in the form of a purchase contract, often referred to simply as the contract. This is one of the most crucial documents in a home purchase transaction. While there's a lot of...
As you move through the home buying process it's easy to get caught up in the excitement and lose sight of things. Even when a deal looks as good as done there are still things that can derail or complicate it unnecessarily. Some of these things, such as mortgage...
Buying a home is a massive decision, so it pays to do it right. The home viewing will be your first step in evaluating a purchase. This can be part of an open house or a private viewing arranged through the listing agent. Whichever one it is, you should go in looking...
Viewing homes can be an exciting process, especially if it's your first home. You get to walk through each room of an open house and visualize how you would use the space and make it your own. All the while, enjoying the tour by the listing agent and (maybe)...