Finding your new home

Step 6: The Fun Part

Discuss your home buying wish list with your Realtor. Make sure to include:

• Must haves: bed/bath number, garage, etc.

• Nice to haves: pool, jacuzzi, smart home capabilities, etc.

• Things to avoid: pools, busy

streets. etc.

• Bring along your pre-approval and lender contact information so you can discuss budget and have your agent connect with your chosen lender.

• Determine different

neighborhoods you might want to live in.

• Have all decision makers involved, either in person or virtually

Step 7: Find a Home

• Keep your “Must Haves”

Checklist in mind.

• Keep a journal or guide of the different houses you’re interested in.

• Take plenty of pictures to look back at

• Stay within your price range!

• Bring a snack and shoes that are easy to slip on and off

• Provide your agent with ANY feedback regarding the properties that you view. Both positive and negative feedback can be very helpful for an agent to find exactly what you want

Step 8: Make an Offer

• Work with your agent to establish a strategy to get the most from your offer and have the best chance of it getting accepted.

• Sign the offer and any additional documents!