A SIMPLIFIED LOOK AT HOME BUYING
1) Loan Pre-Approval
2) Decide upon your wants and needs, what you can afford
3) Find and hire a trust-worthy Realtor to represent you and guide you through the process.
4) Look at homes that meet your criteria and find your dream home.
5) Write up a purchase agreement through your Realtor accompanied by an earnest money deposit ($500 - $5000) to show the seller that you are serious and commited.
6) Negotiations and counter offers, then a mutually signed agreement.
7) Apply for the mortgage.
8) Order tests and inspections. (Home Inspections $250 - $350)
9) Realtor orders title work.
10) Lender orders an appraisal.
11) Purchase homeowners insurance. ($600 - $1000)
12) Order utilities, cable, phone, change of address.
13) Final walk-through.
14) Close