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Your Home Buying Road Map

A simple overview of the steps from first conversation to closing day.

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Ethan Simmons | Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

  1. InterviewFind the real estate agent and service approach that fit your goals.
  2. Pre-ApprovalMeet with a lender and get a pre-approval letter.
  3. SearchBegin your online home search and narrow the right areas and property types.
  4. ShowingsSet up showings and tour the homes you are interested in.
  5. OfferAfter finding the right home, write a strong offer and negotiate the terms of the contract.
  6. Under ContractDeposit earnest money and complete the loan application within 5 days.
  7. InspectionsSchedule inspections and negotiate repair requests or inspection concerns.
  8. FinancingOrder the appraisal and obtain homeowners insurance.
  9. Last StepReceive clear to close and perform the final walk-through before closing.
  10. ClosingGet your keys and celebrate buying your home.