Revisit the neighborhood at various times
of day and night.
Talk with prospective neighbors to discuss what
it's like to live in the area.
Look at the home more critically to discover
any overlooked flaws or attributes.
Review:
Market value of
home
Home's
condition
Special
circumstances
Step 2: Review pre-qualification
Finalize the exact amount you can pay for a home.
Seek advice from your real estate sales
professional regarding comparable homes in the
neighborhood and ask for any other relevant
information.
Step 3: Make an offer
Submit purchase and sale agreement to real
estate agent. This document includes:
Description of property
Price offered
Down payment
Earnest money
Financing
Contingencies
Closing date
Occupancy date
Length of
time offer is valid
Inspection
Any other
requirements based on advice from your real
estate sales professional
Submit earnest money to show seller you are
serious about your offer. Check with your real
estate sales professional regarding a customary
amount of your "good-faith" payment. (No set
amount is required.)
