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A buyers agent represents the buyer who is purchasing property in a real estatetransaction. o a buyers agent, you are the client, not a customer. Your
buyers agent works on your behal only, bearing your best interests in mindthroughout the entire process.
Evaluate the specic needs and wants o thebuyer and locate properties that t thosespecications.
Assist the buyer in determining the amount
that they can aord (pre-qualiy) and showproperties in that price range and locale.
Assist in viewing properties accompanythe buyer on the showings, or preview theproperties on behal o the buyer to ensurethat the identied specications are met.
Research the selected properties to identiyany problems or issues to help the buyer
make an inormed decision prior to makingan oer to purchase the property.
Advise the buyer on structuring anappropriate oer to purchase the selectedproperty, including an analysis o its marketvalue
Present the oer to the sellersagent and the seller on the buyers
behal.
Negotiate on behal o the buyer to helpobtain the identied property keepingthe buyers best interests in mind.
Coordinate any appropriate inspections.
Assist in securing appropriate nancing orthe selected property.
Provide a list o potential qualied vendorsi any services are needed.
Most importantly, ully represent the buyerthroughout the real estate transaction.
My goal when you purchase your homewith me is to provide you with a positiveexperience rom beginning to end. I willcounsel and guide you each step o the wayutilizing my knowledge and experience. I
will not pressure, push or direct you intomaking any decisions.
As a result o my eorts your real estatetransaction will leave you with assurance,
enthusiasm and a serene level o comort.
A Buyers Agent will:
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Condential home search consultation to
determine needs and desires.
Pre-qualiy you or a mortgage.
Select and review homes.
Write an oer to purchase.
Negotiate agreement.
Work to satisy contingencies.
Home inspection (optional).
Mortgage loan application.
Mortgage approval.
Good aith estimate o closing costs.
itle received and reviewed by attorney. Assist you to obtain homeowners insurance.
Utilities transerred - seller and buyer
to make calls to transer.
Escrow/Settlement or closing.
Possession.
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Home Purchase Process(Pre-Buyers Packet)
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1. Schools 1 2 3 4 5
2. Down Payment 1 2 3 4 5
3. Monthly Payments PII 1 2 3 4 5
4. Closing Costs 1 2 3 4 5
5. Neighborhoods 1 2 3 4 5
6. Utility Costs 1 2 3 4 5
7. Floor Plan 1 2 3 4 5
8. Garage Space 1 2 3 4 5
9. Yard Space 1 2 3 4 5
10. RV Parking 1 2 3 4 5
11. Quantity o Stairs 1 2 3 4 5
12. Room or Piano 1 2 3 4 5
13. Cleanliness 1 2 3 4 5
14. Pool 1 2 3 4 5
In all purchases, there are levels o anxiety. What
bothers you? You see, i I can learn about problems,needs, desires up ront, Im the better person to cure
them. ell me your concerns.
Least Concerned Most Concerned
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15. Closing ime 1 2 3 4 5
16. Inspection 1 2 3 4 5
17. ravel ime 1 2 3 4 5
18. Storage 1 2 3 4 5
19. Kitchen / Eat-in 1 2 3 4 5
19. Formal Dining Room 1 2 3 4 5
20. Family Room 1 2 3 4 5
21. Bedrooms Quantity 1 2 3 4 5
22. Bathrooms Quantity 1 2 3 4 5
23. Close to:
Schools 1 2 3 4 5
Place o Worship 1 2 3 4 5
Shopping 1 2 3 4 5
Bus Line 1 2 3 4 5 Hospital 1 2 3 4 5
Parks 1 2 3 4 5
Day Care Centers 1 2 3 4 5
Sports Centers 1 2 3 4 5
24. In-Law 1 2 3 4 5
25. Police Station 1 2 3 4 5
26. Fire Station 1 2 3 4 5
27. Home Warranty 1 2 3 4 5
Least Concerned Most Concerned
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Your Name:
Date:
I. NEED: Tese are items that my new property must have! In act, i it does not have these items, I wontbuy it. For example: Style o house, size, setting, etc.
II. WAN: It would sure be nice to have these items in my new property, but I can live without them.
II. WISH: I wish these eatures were possible, and i I could get these items, I would be amazed.
IV. DON WAN: I would not buy a house with these items. For example: Style o house, size, setting, etc.
Maximum Desirable Payment: $ _______________
Age o home: ____ Under 5 years ____ Under 10 year ____ Older Established Neighborhood
Areas o town:____ North ____ Northwest ____ Northeast ____ East ____ South ____ Southwest
____ Southeast ____ West ____ Other
Favorite Neighborhoods: ____________________________________________________
Buyers Desires(Pre-Buyers Packet)
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Cape Cod
Colonial
Raised Ranch
Ranch
udor
Contemporary
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Architectural Styles(Pre-Buyers Packet)
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Nothing happens unless frst you dream. Carl Sandburg
The concept of Premiere Market Presence captured our attention immediately. Market share,
brand name awareness, customer satisfaction, quality, professional associates, and community
service are the foundation of the RE/MAX network.
We know that when you ll your company with the right people, provide a great environment for
agents to build their business, and give back to the community in a meaningful way, everyone wins!
Our dream has always been of building a rst class, RE/MAX real estate brokerage in the Rochester
area. A place that we, ourselves would love to work as agents. Through the professionalism of our
agents, the support of our customer service staff and the tremendous loyalty of the consumer, we are
realizing that dream.
RE/MAX Realty Group Highlights
Michael Haymes
Jeff Hoffman
RE/MAX Realty Group became the rst RE/MAX
franchise in New York State in 1987.
Prime Mortgage Corp., founded in 1991 by Michael
Haymes and Jeff Hoffman, and became one of upstate
NYs largest mortgage originators.
1993: Broker/owner of the year by RE/MAXInternational.
1991-2006: RE/MAX Realty Group sweeps the State
Master Franchise awards in all categories for 15
consecutive years: #1 RE/MAX ofce in NY State
in gross closed commissions, sales volume, total
transactions and leader in agent count with 115 agents.
Power Brokers Report names RE/MAX Realty Group
in the TOP 500 for 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 of allbrokerages in the US.
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About RE/MAX Realty Group
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As your agent, I am the ocus o our companys statement
OAL COMMIMEN, PROVEN PERFORMANCE.Individually and as a company, we work harder or you and
it shows in the results we achieve or our clients.
#1 real estate oce in Rochester Based on report derived rom the MLS o the GreaterRochester Association o Realtors.
#1 RE/MAX oce in New York State or 17 consecutive years.
$309,000,000 in sales in 2008.
39 closings per agent average. For all Rochester agents the average is only 3 per agent.
Our philosophy is simple. When you work with the best people, you achieve the bestresults available. At RE/MAX Realty Group, there are no part-timers, only seasonedproessionals who know the Rochester real estate market intimately. Our agents average over 15 years o experience and are considered the best perormers among their peersthroughout the community. We are proessionals who are at the top o our industry.
Over 2,700 closed transactions through RE/MAX Realty Group oce in 2007.
$4,125,000 in sales/transaction volume closed on average per agent.
In-house sales accounted or over 30%.
Over 8 homes sold each day, 365 days o the year.
Every individual at RE/MAX Realty Group is dedicated not only to personal success, butalso to overall success o the company. Te spirit o teamwork and cooperation is at thevery oundation o our company and is passed on to our clients in the orm o excellent
service, ocused commitment, and unparalleled perormance. RE/MAX Realty Groupworks as a team to sell your home.
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RE/MAX Realty Group WorksHarder For You
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RE/MAX Realty Group is an
integral part of the largest
real estate organization
in the world as far as total
transactions. As part of this
powerful organization, I canoffer you the experience and
power of a global operation
and a solid reputation for
delivering results.
RE/MAX International backs
its worldwide network of
over 4,500 ofces and over
82,000 representatives with
innovative technology forsuccessful home sales. This
network enables us to present
your property to buyers
throughout the world. As part
of RE/MAX Realty Groups
top-performing local ofce,
I offer you superior service,
valuable knowledge, and
unparalleled dedication to
your unique real estate needs.
Provides Worldwide Power
World-Class Service
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RE/MAX International &RE/MAX Realty Group
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* Based on report derived from the MLS of the Greater Rochester Association of Realtors
When looking for your next home,
put the power of RE/MAX Realty Group
to work for you!
RE/MAX Realty Group
Pittsford, NY
30%
15%
Other Companies
(Industry Standard)
30% of our listings are SOLD in-house!
No other real estate company in our area compares.
You will have access to the largest inventory of new homes immediately.
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In-House Sales
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Abstract o itle: A summary o the public records relating to the
ownership o a particular piece o land. It represents a brie legal historyo an individual piece o property, and traces the ownership o thatproperty rom the time o the rst recorded transer to present.
Adjustable-rate Mortgage: A mortgage that allows the interest rate to bechanged periodically.
Agency: A legal relationship in which an owner-principal engages a broker-agentin the sale o property or a buyer-principal engages a broker-agent in the purchase
o property.
Appraisal: An evaluation o a piece o property to determine its value. A bankrequires an appraisal beore approving your mortgage.
Asbestos: A mineral ber used in some building materials such as fooring,siding, insulation and roong. It is presently banned or most uses in realproperty.
Assessed value: Te valuation placed on property by a public tax assessor as thebasis o property taxes.
Bridge loan: A short-term mortgage made until a longer-term loan can be made.It is sometimes used when a person needs money to build or purchase a homebeore the present one has been sold.
Broker: A person licensed by their state to act independently in conjunctionwith a real estate brokerage business. Although requirements vary rom state
to state, an individual must usually have advanced training, at least oneyear o experience in the industry have successully closed a certainnumber o transactions and pass an examination to earn a brokerslicense.
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Building Codes: State and local laws that regulate the construction o
new property and the rehabilitation o existing property.
Closing: Te nal step in the sale and transer o ownership o aproperty. Te title is transerred rom the seller to the buyer; the buyersigns the mortgage and pays costs o settlement; any money due theseller and purchaser are paid.
Closing Costs: Fees and expenses, not including the price o the home, payableby the seller and the buyer at the closing (e.g., brokerage commissions, title
insurance premiums, ees or recording, and attorneys ees).
Comparables: Properties similar in size and character to the one being bought orsold.
Condominium: Ownership o a unit only, rather than the entire building withthe land.
Contingency: A specic condition that must be satised beore a contract isbinding, such as an inspection and mortgage approval.
Conventional Mortgage: Te most common type o mortgage rom atraditional lender, usually requiring a minimium o 5% down payment. Can bexed rate, xed term, adjustable or ballon. Your agent will expain.
Disclosure Laws: State and ederal regulations which require sellers to disclosesuch conditions as whether a house is located in a food plain or whether there areknown deects in or aecting the property.
Earnest Money: A portion o a down payment given to the seller bya potential buyer indicating the buyers intent to complete the purchase
o the property. Also called Good Faith deposit.
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Engineers Inspection: A physical inspection o the major systems o a houseby a licensed proessional as a contingency o the sale. Fee is paid by buyer and
typically ranges rom $250 to $400. Recommended but not required. Not tobe conused with appraisal or assessment.
Escrow: Te placement o money or documents with a third party orsaekeeping pending the ulllment or perormance o a specied act orcondition. Example: your earnest money will be held in a non-interest-bearingescrow account until closing.
FHA Federal Housing Administration: An agency within the Department oHousing and Urban Development (HUD) that administers loan guarantee programs and
loan insurance programs to make more housing available.
Lien: A legal claim against a property that must be paid when the property is sold.
LV Loan-to-value ratio: Te relationship between the amount o a home mortgageand the total value o the property. Most mortgages are between 80-95 percent o value.Example: i your down payment is 10%, your LV is 90%.
Lock-in-rate: A commitment made by lenders on a mortgage loan to lock in acertain rate pending mortgage approval. Lock-in periods vary.
Market Value: Te highest price a buyer will pay or a property and the lowest pricethe seller will accept.
Mortgage Broker: An individual or company that obtains mortgages or othersby nding lending institutions, insurance companies, or private sources to lend themoney; may also make collections and handle disbursements.
Mortgage Insurance: A policy required by the lender when the buyer borrowsmore than 80% LV, as protection against deault.
Points: A dollar amount paid to a lender i it is necessary to reduce the interestrate. Not commonly done.
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Principal, Interest, axes, and Insurance PII Payment: A
periodic (typically monthly) payment that includes the principal andinterest payment plus a contribution to the escrow account establishedby the lender to pay insurance premiums and property taxes on themortgage property.
Private Mortgage Insurance PMI: Insurance issued to a lender by a privatecompany to protect the lender against loss on a deaulted mortgage loan. Its useis usually limited to loans with high loan-to-value ratios. Te borrower pays thepremiums.
Radon: A colorless, odorless gas ormed by the breakdown o uranium in subsoils.It can enter a basement through cracks in the oundation. Long term constant
exposure is considered to be a health hazard. Devices designed to eliminate thisgas cost about $1,200.
Savings and Loan Association S&L: Depository institutions that specialize inoriginating, servicing, and holding mortgage loans, primarily on owner-occupiedresidential property.
Saving Bank: A nancial institution organized to hold individual depositors unds
in interest-bearing accounts and to make long-term investments, such as homemortgage loans.
itle: A document which is evidence o ownership.
itle Insurance: Protection or lenders and homeowners against nancial lossresulting rom legal deects in the title.
Zoning Restrictions: Local municipal ordinances that classiy property accordingto specic uses such as single amily residential, commercial, industrial,
multi-amily, etc.
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Glossary of Terms (Page 4)
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As you are viewing listings, you have the option o rating theproperties by clicking on the appropriate ace.
NOE: o remove properties rom your webpage, simply clickI dont like this one and click Submit.
I will be searching daily or newly listed homes that meet yourcriteria. When a new property hits the market, I will e-mail
you a copy o the listing.
Click on the Link to view new/updated listings.
Click on the Address link to view listing inormation.
Click the Save Or Make Notes link i you would like to do either.
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Your Personal Website
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Attorney Approval Period: Te signed contract is submitted to all attorneys
or both Buyer and Seller or their review. Approval or disapproval MUS be in
writing by the agreed date.
Right to Inspections: Inspections are at the expense o the Purchaser, and
perormed within the time rame as stated in the contract unless otherwise agreed
upon. You and/or a representative may be present at these inspections.
Mortgage Application and Commitment: Upon contract acceptance you
must immediately begin the mortgage process. You have until a specic date to receive
written Mortgage Commitment rom your bank. Te appraisal and credit report will be
ordered at application, and your lender will advise you on additional paperwork you will
need to supply. iming is essential and your agent will guide you.
Final walk-through: You are entitled to a nal inspection o the property,
within 48 hours o closing, arranged with the Sellers permission. Tis is an
opportunity or you to be assured the property is in the same condition it
was at the time o the purchase contract, and that any required repairs have been
completed.
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From Contract To Closing(Page 1)
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Closing Date: Te closing date specied in the contract is not always denite,
due to scheduling with banks/attorneys/delays. Tis target date is an on or
about date. Please Note: Attorneys set the closing date.
Closing Statements: Te attorneys will notiy their respective clients othe monies needed (i necessary) or the closing and possibly a breakdown o
distribution o unds. Tis breakdown comes rom the attorneys.
Homeowners Insurance: You should notiy your insurance agent/company ater
mortgage commitment, prior to closing, with new inormation. It is customary
that most lenders require proo o a one year paid policy binder. Please reer to
your mortgage commitment letter or details.
Utility Activation/ermination: Once the closing date has been CONFIRMED,
you must make arrangements or the utilities to be transerred into your name,
eective on the closing date.
Possession: You, the Purchaser, shall receive house keys upon closing,
unless other arrangements have been made.
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RE/MAX Realty Group and Te Childrens Miracle Network
Te Childrens Miracle Network represents 160 childrens hospitals throughout NorthAmerica. ogether, these hospitals provide medical care or over ve million children
annually. RE/MAX Realty Group is privileged to be aliated with Golisano ChildrensHospital at Strong, the local aliate o Te Childrens Miracle Network.
Our agents volunteer their time at local und raising events and donate a portion o theircommission at the close o each sale. All money raised locally through RE/MAX RealtyGroup benets local recipients to make medical miracles happen or children in ourcommunity.
RE/MAX Realty Group is committed to our community. Were not only in the real estatebusiness, we are also involved in the business o helping amilies.
RE/MAX Realty Group agents believe that community service and support is an
important part o their job. By helping build a stronger community, we can allenjoy a better quality o lie.
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Community Service Is TheHeart of Our Business
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When you are looking or a mortgage, why not work with the best? AtPrime Mortgage Corp., Western New Yorks leading mortgage broker,experienced and proessional mortgage consultants will guide you throughthe landscape o mortgage nancing. o nd out more about how PrimeMortgage Corp. can help you, please visit...
www.PrimeMortgageNY.com
30 Grove Street Pittsord, NY 14534
Oce: 585 383-8390oll Free: 800 331-1684E-mail: [email protected]
Registered Mortgage Broker with New York State Banking Department. Loans arranged through third party lenders.
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Prime Mortgage
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Borrower (One) ___________________________ Phone# ________________
Borrower (wo) ___________________________ Phone# ________________
Agents Name: ___________________________ Property ________________
INCOME CALCULAION
AUHORIZAION FOR CREDI
I have agreed or a mortgage loan prequalication rom PRIME MORGAGE, as part o theprequalication process I authorize PRIME MORGAGE to order a credit report and veriyinormation contained in this prequalication orm.
_______________________________ _____________________________________
BORROWER SIGNAURE CO-BORROWER SIGNAURE
DEB IEMIZAION
Source
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OAL
MONHLY
Per Year
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Per Month
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Per Week
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Bi Weekly
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Per Hour
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# o Hours
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OAL
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$
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Car 1 ___________________
Car 2 ___________________
Credit Cards _____________
Support _________________
Alimony ________________
Lease 1 __________________
Lease 2 __________________
Mortgage ________________
Student Loan _____________
Student Loan _____________
Other ___________________
Other ___________________
Other ___________________
Other ___________________
OAL_________________
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Prime Mortgage QualifyingWorksheet
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AUHORIZAION FOR CREDI FILE DISCLOSURE
Full Name:
Spouse Name:
Address:
Formal Address:
Social Security Number: Spouse Social Security Number:
Date o Birth: Spouse Date o Birth:
Employer: Spouse Employer:
Work Phone Number: Spouse Work Phone Number:
(Signature)
(Signature)
(Drivers License Number)
(Drivers License Number)
(Date)
(Date)
(First) (Middle Initial) (Last) (Jr, Sr, III, Etc)
(First) (Middle Initial) (Last) (Jr, Sr, III, Etc)
(City) (State) (Zip)
(City) (State) (Zip)
BY COMPLEING AND SIGNING HIS FORM, I (WE) GIVE MY (OUR) AUHORIZAION O ACCESS MY (OUR) CREDI FILES, AND I (WE)
AUHORIZE RELEASE OF MY (OUR) CREDI FILE FOR HE PURPOSE OF A PREQUALIFIACION FOR CREDI.
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The Credit Bureau - Factual Data19 Prince Street Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 256-8867 (800) 374-6055
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Monroe County UtilitiesWater Authority(585) 442-7200
Churchville Electric &Water
(585) 442-7200
Frontier elephone(585) 777-1200
Fairport Electric(585) 223-0440
RG&E(800) 743-2110
Spencerport Electric(585) 352-4771
East Rochester Water(585) 381-2770
Henrietta Water(585) 359-7028
City o Rochester
Reuse Collection(585) 428-5990
City o Rochesterwww.cityorochester.gov
Frontier elephone(585) 777-1200
RG&E(800) 743-2110
Monroe County PureWater
(585) 760-7600
Livingston & Ontario County
Niagara Mohawk(800) 932-0301
NYSEG(800) 572-1111
Frontier elephone(585) 777-1200
Canandaigua Water(585) 381-2770
Other Helpul Numbers
Cingular Wireless(585) 766-6300
Waste Management(585) 254-3500
ime Warner Cable(585) 756-5000
Verizon(585) 890-5555
Youngblood Disposal(585) 254-7081
Dish Network(585) 271-1990
Sprint PCS(800) 800-7059
Lilac Disposal(585) 872-6500
Direct V(800) 872-6500
-Mobile(800) 263-7045
Suburban Disposal(585) 352-3900
NYS DMV(800) 225-5368
Wayne County
Niagara Mohawk(800) 932-0301
NYSEG(800) 572-1111
RG&E(800) 743-2110
Wayne County Water(315) 986-1929
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Thinking About Utility Transfers
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Location: You have probably heard the old saying location, location, location.Tis point still bears repeating. Location iscritical. You need to ask yourselseveral questions. What is your desired commute time? What are the qualityo the local schools, proximity to shopping centers, are senior services and/orpublic transportation available? You can nd your dream home, but i its in anundesirable location it can be a particularly poor choice i you anticipate reselling
your home within a ew years. Pay attention to where the home is located.
Do your homework: In the past, prospective homeowners did not have accessto much inormation about sales prices, market trends, homes currentlyon the market, statistics and even the home buying process. Now, with access tothe web there is inormation and data available to you. Go surng, do your homework,become educated.
Make a Wish List: Use our worksheet to review what eatures in a home areimportant to you. Focus in on the eatures you must have, would like to have,
and those you really dont want. Tis will streamline the process allowing you tond the right home that really suits your amilys needs.
Get pre-approved or a mortgage: Te price that you can aord to pay or ahome is determined by many actors such as household income, creditworthiness,monthly debt, interest rates, type o loan, cash on hand or down payment and closingcosts. Te amount you are qualied or may be more or less than you anticipated and willdetermine your house purchase budget. A letter rom a reputable mortgage broker is proo
that you meet lenders requirements. It strengthens your position with the Seller,especially in the case o multiple oers, should that occur.
Tese tips can help make your house-hunting
experience positive and rewarding
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Be Organized: ouring multiple homes can be conusing. Do not rely on your
memory; take notes about o the homes you visit. ake pictures o the outside
o the home, ask your agent or a description o each property and make notes on
each sheet. Use your notes to help you narrow down your house hunting searchby selecting the homes that match your wish list criteria.
Be Prepared to Make an Ofer: Go over a blank purchase contract ahead o
time so you will be amiliar with what decisions you will have to make when it
comes time to make an oer. Be sure to use your wish list, your notes and all the
inormation you have gathered on this property when making your decision to
make an oer. ake all the time you need but dont be araid to make a decision
when you have ound your dream home.
Relax: Buying a home is a lie event. Do not allow this to be an overwhelming
experience. Save time to unwind, calm your thoughts and keep the whole
experience in perspective.
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