Steps To Buying A Home
When we represent a buyer, we have your goals and best interests at heart.
When it comes to buying a home, we have your best interests in mind. Whether you’re looking for a $100,000 property or a $10 million estate, our team is committed to providing you with 24/7 availability, access to top attorneys and home inspectors as well as honest advice.
We understand that this is likely the most expensive purchase you will make and therefore strive to ensure that not only do you get the perfect home but also at the best possible price. On top of this, we can provide assistance with finding movers and insurance companies as well as personally deliver pizza on moving day! To learn more about how our clients rate us, check out our reviews on Google and Zillow
First, send us an email at letstalk(at)RealEstatePDX(dot)com so we can set up a search set for you on the MLS and email you homes which fit your search criteria. Third, check out the estimate of the buyer’s closing costs for Oregon. This is the approximate amount of cash you will need to have available on the day of closing in addition to your down payment.
Lastly, read our blog posts which detail each step of the real estate transaction for buyers:
Step 1: Find a Realtor
Step 2: Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage
Step 3: Finding the Home of Your Dreams
Step 4: Time for Showings
Step 5: Write an Offer
Step 6: Opening Escrow and Depositing Earnest Money
Step 7: Have the Home Inspected
Step 8: Reading the Inspection Report
Step 9: Tips for Attending the Home Inspection
Step 10: Review the HOA condo documents (only applies to buyers who are purchasing condos)
Step 11: Have the Home Appraised
Step 12: Schedule the Closing on Your Calendar
Step 13: Do NOT Spend Extra Money
Step 14: Start Packing and Hire Movers
Step 15: Hook Up Utilities
Step 16: What is Home Owner’s Insurance?
Step 17: Securing Your Home
Step 18: Clear to Close and Final Walk-Through
Step 19: Signing the Loan Documents
Step 20: Wrapping things up