This Buyer Guide explains the Home-Buying Process from the point of thinking about buying your new home all the way beyond the closing table. Basically from A to Z.
By having the answers to these questions up front, you’ll never wonder what’s next. You’ll be in the know and that saves you time and frustration! If you have any other questions, feel free to call me at 337-344-1734.
- Step 1 – Interview and Hire a Realtor
- Step 2 – Get Pre-Approved with a Local Lender
- Step 3 – Download the Buyer’s Roadmap
- Step 4 – Start Your Home Search
- Step 5 – Time for Showings
- Step 6 – Decide if a Home Warranty is Right for you
- Step 7 – Make an Offer
- Step 8 – You’re Under Contract! Now What?
- Step 9 – What is the Inspection and Due Diligence Period?
- Step 10 – Tips for Attending the General Home Inspection
- Step 11 – Watch Your Finances Very Carefully
- Step 12 – Add the Closing Date to Your Calendar
- Step 13 – Review the Inspection Report
- Step 14 – Respond to Inspections
- Step 15 – Appraisal Period
- Step 16 – Time to Start Packing
- Step 17 – Make sure you have Homeowner’s Insurance
- Step 18 – Setup Transfer of Utilities
- Step 19 – What is the Clear to Close?
- Step 20 – Prepare your Cash to Close
- Step 21 – Final Walk Through
- Step 22 – Closing Day!
- Step 23 – The Final Details