Step #1 

Making a decision because, buying a home is a major financial commitment. You will be spending thousands of dollars, perhaps tens of thousands of dollars to purchase your new home. 

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Step #2 

Next, contact several real estate agents in your area. Ask them about the types of homes they represent, what neighborhoods they prefer to work in, and what type of homes they feel would fit your needs. If you cannot find an agent who can connect with your specific needs, ask for referrals to other agents who may be able to help you.

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Step #3 

Once you know what price range you want to spend, go to a mortgage broker or bank and get prequalified for a loan. The prequalification process will give you an idea of how much money you will need to buy your home.

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Step #4

Once you have selected your agent and have an approval on hand, make appointments to see the homes that interest you. In most cases, your agent will give access to all the houses available for sale in the areas of your choice. 

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Step #5

During the showing, take careful notes about the condition of the house. Also, keep track of any special features or amenities that you might want to include in your offer. Your agent should be able to guide you through this process.

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Step #6 

After you have made an offer, you should receive a counteroffer from the seller. This counteroffer will usually contain some changes that you must agree to before the contract can be finalized. It is important to read the counteroffer carefully before signing it. Again, your agent's help is necessary for negotiating the terms of a contract and forward tp the other p[arty what you are willing to pay to negotiate for the house. 

Step #7

The contract will first need to be free of any contingencies(conditions) i.e. Home Inspection. A contract has many conditions that need to be 100% clear before the contract of sale can be enforced. Before proceeding to the next step, there should not be any other contingencies left inside the contract. 

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Step #8

At this point, you will be ready to close on the sale of your home. The closing process is very complicated and involves many people. Before you begin the process, it is indispensable to find out exactly what is involved in the closing process. Your agent will be an invaluable resource and guide throughout the process. 

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After the closing, is completed, you are now a homeowner, and you will have the front door keys in your hand.

Buying a home is extremely complicated and full of surprises. Do not attempt this without the use of a reliable and experienced real estate agent helping you side by side.

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Our commitment as your real estate professional is to help you find your dream home at the right timing for you.

It's the biggest purchase of your life, and can assure you that even small mistakes can be costly.  BEWARE, technology changes almost daily and I can help you pinpoint all the homes for sale near your location points. I have access to over 18 million properties from hundreds of locations, including Government  properties, action homes, VA homes, HUD Properties and all available private houses for sale in between.

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