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Select a Realtor and establish a relationship I am a full-time,
professional Realtor with extensive market knowledge. We will work
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Evaluate your needs and resources with your realtor
Once we establish your needs, I will provide guidance to financial
institutions where you can obtain information in order to get the best
financing available. We will meet to discuss your needs and analyze your
resources.
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Identify properties in which you are interested
I will show you homes based on the criteria that we establish. The more
precise and direct you are with me, the more successful out search will
be.
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Determine the seller’s motivation
Once we have found the home you wish to purchase, I will do all the
necessary research to help you structure an effective offer.
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Write an offer to purchase
I will draft the Purchase Agreement for you, advising you in protective
contingencies, customary practices, and local regulations. At this time
you will need to provide an “earnest money” deposit, usually from 1-3
percent of the purchase price. (This deposit is not placed in escrow
until your offer has been accepted by the Seller.)
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Present the offer
I will present your offer to the Seller and the Seller’s Agent. The
Seller has three options: they can accept your offer, reject your offer,
or make a counter offer. My personal knowledge of your needs and
qualifications will enable me to represent you in the best way possible.
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Evaluate the Seller’s response
I will review the Seller’s response with you. My negotiating skills and
knowledge will benefit you in reaching a final agreement.
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Open the Escrow
When the Purchase Agreement is accepted and signed by all parties, I
will open escrow for you. At this time your earnest money will be
deposited. The escrow or title company will receive, hold, and disburse
all funds associated with your transaction.
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Contingency Periods
This is the time allowed in your Purchase Agreement to obtain financing,
perform inspections, and satisfy any other contingencies to which your
purchase is subject. Typical contingencies include:
• Approval of the Seller’s Transfer Disclosure Statement • Approval of
the Preliminary Title Report • Loan approval, including an appraisal of
the property • Physical inspections of the property
• Pest inspection
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Obtaining Homeowner’s Insurance
I will coordinate between your insurance agent and the Title Officer to
make sure a policy is in effect at close of escrow.
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Down Payment Funds
You will need a cashier’s check or money transfer several days prior to
the closing date of escrow
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Close of Escrow
When all of the conditions of the Purchase Agreement have been met, you
will sign your loan documents and closing papers. You will deposit the
balance of the purchase price. The Deed will be recorded at the County
Recorder’s office, and you will take ownership of your home.
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