Page 5 - 2018 BRR Home Services Guide

Home BUYER Checklist
ASSESS YOUR SITUATION
Make sure you have led your taxes and have records of major nancial transactions for the past year.
BROWSE HOMES ONLINE
Review homes for sale on your REALTORS®’ website or through a custom search they will setup, which emails you homes that match your must-have amenities and price range.
MORTGAGE PRE-APPROVAL
Your lender will walk you through your mortgage options and get you pre-approved for a loan so you can be con dent about your price range before you begin house hunting.
TRUST AN EXPERT. FIND A REALTOR®
A REALTOR® is a real estate agent or a liated real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®.
SUBMIT OR RESUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Most mortgage pre-approvals are good for 60 to 90 days. If your search extends beyond that, resubmit your application.
MAKE
AN OFFER
Your REALTOR® will help you make an o er and then negotiate the nal price and terms, making sure you get the home of your dreams at the price you can a ord.
FROM OFFER TO CLOSING
Your REALTOR® will guide you through the next steps of depositing earnest money, conducting a home inspection, negotiating nal repairs, and scheduling a closing date.
HOMEOWNER’S INSURANCE
Protect yourself from loss, damage, or other liabilities by obtaining homeowner’s insurance coverage.
Con rm you have the settlement
statement, certi ed funds, and KEYS evidence of insurance prior to
closing. Welcome Home!
GET YOUR