The Home Buying Process: Step by Step
Whether you are buying your first home, sizing up, downsizing or purchasing an investment property...we are here for you every step of the way.
Step 1: Find a REALTOR
Step 2: Buyer consultation with your REALTOR
Step 3: Get Pre-approved for a mortgage
Step 4: Start viewing homes
Step 5: Write an offer on a home
Step 6: Schedule, attend and review your home inspection report
Step 7: Review HOA paperwork if your home is in an association
Step 8: Give notice to your landlord if you have one
Step 9: Don't spend extra money or apply for any new credit
Step 10: Work with your lender to secure your home loan
Step 11: Home appraisal
Step 12: Pack and schedule movers or a moing truck
Step 13: Research and select home insurance
Step 14: Schedule utilities to be switched into your name on the day of closing
Step 15: Decide if you would like to purchase a home warranty for your home
Step 16: Schedule closing with the title company
Step 17: Get your loan "CLEAR TO CLOSE"
Step 18: Schedule final walk through of the home with your REALTOR
Step 19: Get funds lined up for closing
Step 20: Review the settlement statement prior to closing
Step 21: Attend the final walk through and closing
Step 22: Get the keys and start moving in!