Buying a home can be a bit overwhelming. There’s so much to think about and do. So, it’s important that you have a team you can trust to make the process as smooth as possible and offer expert advice.Below, you’ll find it all outlined in 7 simple steps.

1: FIND A REAL ESTATE AGENT

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There’s a lot more to the home-buying process than searching online for the perfect listing that checks all the boxes. The key is being able to shop with both your heart and your head, and knowing how to differentiate between the two. This is why it pays to have an experienced real estate agent in your corner. With Team Warkentin you can trust in our expertise, negotiation skills, professional standards & costumer service.

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2: PREPARE YOUR FINANCES

Get pre-approved for a mortgage, this will give you a clear idea of how much you can afford and will make the home buying process smoother. It's important to research and compare mortgage rates and terms from different lenders to find the best option for your financial situation.

Once you are pre-approved you can determine how much you can & want to afford to spend on a home. Take into account your income, expenses, and debts. This includes not only the mortgage payment but also property taxes, homeowner's insurance, and home maintenance costs.

3. START YOUR SEARCH


Create a list of features you need in a home, such as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, location, and yard size, as well as features that would be nice to have, but are not essential.

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4: MAKE AN OFFER

Once you've found a property you're interested in, we will draft up & submit an offer to the seller. Your offer should include the purchase price, contingencies, and any other terms and conditions you want to include.

5: WORK ON CONDITIONS

Financing: Although you may have already got a pre-approval there will be more steps to solidify your mortgage. The lender may require more documents & an appraisal to determine if the value of the offer is comparable to the market value.

Inspection: A home inspection is an assessment of the home's condition & structure by a professional home inspector. The purpose of the inspection is to identify any issues that may affect the value of the property or pose a safety hazard. The inspector will provide a detailed report outlining any issues that were identified for you to determine your comfort in moving forward with the property.

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6: PREPARE FOR POSSESSION

From finding a lawyer to setting up utilities and even lining up contractors, we are there to help things move along smoothly until move in day. Whether it's general questions, or making recommendations, we will make you feel as comfortable as possible leading up to possession!

7: MOVE IN


Moving in is an exciting step in the home buying process. Here's what to expect when you're ready to move into your new home

-Hire a moving company
-Pack and label your items
-Change your address with the post office and relevant organizations 

- Unpack and settle in
-Explore your new neighborhood


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