FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER'S GUIDE
(MADE JUST FOR YOU!)

1. Assess Your Readiness Evaluate your finances, credit score, and savings to determine your readiness to buy.
   
   
2. Set Your Budget Calculate how much you can afford, including down payment, monthly mortgage, and additional costs.
   
   
3. Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Speak with lenders to understand your financing options and get pre-approved, strengthening your position as a buyer.
   
   
4. Choose the Right Real Estate Agent Partner with a knowledgeable agent (that’s me!) who specializes in first-time homebuyers and can guide you through the process.
   
   
5. Identify Your Needs and Wants Make a list of must-haves and nice-to-haves for your new home, including location, size, and features.
   
   
6. Start Your Home Search Explore listings that match your criteria. I’ll help you find homes that fit your needs and arrange viewings.
   
   
7. Make an Offer Once you find the right home, I’ll assist you in crafting a competitive offer and negotiating with the seller.
   
   
8. Complete Inspections and Appraisals Schedule necessary inspections and appraisals to ensure the property is in good condition and priced fairly. Welcome to Real Estate
   
   
9. Review Closing Documents I’ll help you understand all the paperwork involved in closing and answer any questions you may have.
   
   
10. Celebrate Your New Home! Once the sale is finalized, it’s time to move in and make your new house a home!