Time To Start House Hunting
Once those you’ve secured the right agent and prepared your financials - it’s time to start shopping!
Explore
Tour neighborhoods of interest and review online listings. Inform your agent of properties you’re keen on to schedule viewings, emphasizing long-term resale potential.
Narrow Your Search
Define property criteria with your agent. Specify desired features such as bedrooms, baths, yard space, and preferred school districts.
It’s Time to Buy
Your agent’s negotiation skills are crucial during the offer phase. Once you’ve identified your desired property, crafting a compelling offer requires detailed analysis.
During negotiations, your agent will draft the purchase agreement, encompassing home warranties, escrow terms, and title conditions. They will clarify protective contingencies, local regulations, and customary practices, advising you while respecting your final decisions on terms and pricing.
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Tips For Buying The Perfect Home
Don’t Max Out Your Budget
Just because you’ve been approved for a max amount, doesn't mean you should spend it all on the home's sale price. You will want to set some of that aside for closing costs, taxes and potential home repairs or remodeling.
Get To Know The Area
Make sure the neighborhood works for you and your family - are you close to schools and is shopping conveniently located? Location is important because it’s the one feature that can’t be changed.
Don’t Skip The Inspection
Inspections are worth their weight in gold and will draw attention to problems you may not otherwise see, giving you peace of mind and letting you make more informed decisions about your purchase.
Get Pre-Approved
Getting pre-approved by a lender lets the seller know you are serious and ready to purchase a home and that you are not just window shopping. Check out our list of recommended lenders here.
Make a List of Deal Breakers
Know what you can live with and what you cannot live without and also those things that can be taken care of with a simple remodel. If you need a 4 bedroom home, don't buy one with 2 that requires a massive addition which can break your budget.
Look At The Age Of Appliances & Other Systems
Some of the most expensive features of a home are Appliances, HVAC, Hot Water Heater, Septic/Well, and Roof. You should pay attention to their age and whether they have required service. You may even be able to get the seller to add a home warranty.
Check For HOA Requirements
Most neighborhoods have HOAs that govern what you can and can't do - be sure you know what the rules are for your neighborhood, and the fees associated with having an HOA. They are usually listed as annual fees.
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- Jenks
- Owasso
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