Questions about the buying process?
There are many factors to consider and many steps you may need to take when buying. We serve buyers in each of the areas listed below. Even if you are not yet in the market to buy a home but have questions about the buying process or any of these topics, we are happy to share knowledge, guidance or referrals. Just contact us.
City and Neighborhood Evaluation
- Home, Condo and Townhome Market Trends
- Neighborhood Characteristics
- Crime and Safety Information
- School Information
- Seasonal Changes in Home Inventory
Property Search and Selection
- Determining Wants, Needs & Priorities
- Selecting an Appropriate Price Range
- Defining Property Search Criteria & Strategy
- Creating Real-Time Listing Alerts
- Virtual Property Tours
- In-Person Private Property Showings and Open Houses
- Accessing Off-Market, Non-Public, Coming Soon and Exclusive Listings
Financing a Purchase
- Getting Prequalified for a Mortgage
- Finding Responsible & Competitive Lenders
- Evaluating Mortgage Options & Terms
- Financing a Purchase When You Haven’t Yet Sold Your Current Home
- Understanding Cost-Savings Strategies when Moving from One Home to Another
- Getting Loan Pre-Approval
- Supporting Appraisals
Due Diligence & Developing an Offer
- Reviewing and Evaluating Property Disclosures & Title Report
- Reviewing HOA Disclosures
- Gathering County Property Reports
- Determining Which Additional Inspections Should be Done
- Valuing the Property Using Multiple Methods and Real-Time Data Sources
- Developing a Competitive Offer – Price, Terms, Contingencies
- Presenting the Offer and Advocating for the Buyer
- Negotiating Terms & Counter-Offers
Escrow Period
- Initiating Escrow Process with Title Company
- Performing Additional Home & Property Inspections with Trusted Vendors
- Coordinating with Lender
- Obtaining Home Appraisal
- Coordinating with Seller’s Agent on Agreed-Upon Repairs
- Managing Extensive Transaction Documentation
- Obtaining Property Insurance
- Removing Contingencies
Moving In
- Making Improvements Prior to Moving-In
- Home Improvement Contractor Referrals
- Moving Checklist
- Moving Contractors
- Understanding and Using Your Home Warranty Policy
Free Home Evaluation
We work with all types of clients, including those who are 1st time home buyers, down-sizers, up-sizers and those relocating to the Bay Area.
If you already have your eye on a potential home that you are considering putting an offer on, I would be happy to prepare a free home evaluation.
