Let’s start the journey to turn your dream home into a reality!

• Initial Consultation: Your first step is meeting with Amanda, your dedicated realtor. During this meeting, Amanda will learn about your goals, budget, preferred neighborhoods, and must-have features for your new home.

• Pre-Approval: Amanda will guide you through obtaining a mortgage pre-approval, connecting you with trusted lenders if needed. This step helps you understand your buying power and shows sellers you’re a serious buyer.

• Home Search Plan: Together, you’ll create a tailored home search strategy, discussing the best ways to stay updated on new listings and open houses.

• Needs vs. Wants: Amanda will help you prioritize what you absolutely need (like a certain number of bedrooms or proximity to work) versus what you’d like to have (like a pool or gourmet kitchen).

• Budget Review: You’ll set a realistic budget, factoring in your pre-approval amount, closing costs, and future expenses.

• Customized Searches: Amanda will set up personalized MLS alerts so you're notified the moment homes that match your criteria hit the market.

• Home Tours: Amanda will schedule and accompany you on home showings, offering expert insights into each property's value, condition, and potential.

• Open Houses: You can also attend open houses, and Amanda will provide tips on what to look for and the right questions to ask.

• Drafting the Offer: When you find the perfect home, Amanda will prepare a competitive offer, factoring in recent sales data, the home's condition, and the seller's situation.

• Negotiation: Amanda will negotiate on your behalf to secure the best price and terms, such as contingencies (like a home inspection or financing) and closing dates.

• Submitting the Offer: Once finalized, Amanda will present your offer to the seller's agent and advocate for a favorable outcome.

• Accepted Offer: If the seller accepts your offer, you’re officially under contract. At this point, you’ll provide earnest money to show your commitment.

• Home Inspection: Amanda will help schedule a home inspection, ensuring the property is in good condition. She'll guide you through any repair requests or renegotiations based on the findings.

Appraisal: If you're using a mortgage, Amanda will coordinate with your lender to arrange an appraisal to confirm the home's value.Item description

• Title Search: A title company will verify there are no legal claims against the property, ensuring a smooth transfer of ownership.

• Mortgage Finalization: Amanda will work closely with your lender to finalize your loan, keeping you updated on what documents you need to submit.

• Homeowners Insurance: Amanda will remind you to secure homeowners insurance, a requirement for most lenders.

• Final Walkthrough: Just before closing, Amanda will schedule a final walkthrough to make sure the home is in the agreed-upon condition.Item description

• Signing Documents: Amanda will be by your side as you sign all necessary paperwork, including the mortgage agreement and property title.

• Funds Transfer: Your lender will release funds to the seller, and you’ll pay any remaining closing costs.

• Receiving the Keys: Once everything is signed and sealed, Amanda will hand you the keys to your new home. Congratulations! you’re officially a homeowner!