How Do I Work For You

How Do I Work For You?
I work for you the way you want me to!

1. I will begin by listening carefully to your particular criteria and what you want and need in your new home. Since these often change during the buying process, I  like to maintain an ongoing dialogue with you.

2. I will identify homes that meet your criteria through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), as well as through past listings that did not sell or may be temporarily off the market an through homes that are not yet on the market.

3. I will email the listing to you for your review, or review the listings with you on-line in my office for you to decide which ones you want to see. If you would like to drive by and do curb viewings on your own, I will route and map the listings for you.

4. If you want to skip Step 3 and have me pre-select homes for you, I will move directly to Step 5. I will work at your schedule and your pace.

5. Before we look at homes, it's wise for you to get prequalified with a lender. This enables me to know we are looking in the right price range. Please let me know if you need help in finding a lender. I have included a list of local lenders with whom I have an ongoing working relationship.

6. I will make arrangements for you to view selected homes. Usually I can arrange a private viewing without the owner present.

7. After the first day of home viewing, I will determine if any of the homes we looked at are possibilities. If they are, then I will arrange a second appointment. If not, I will review your priorities to see if you want to broaden your criteria; alternately, I may need to wait for additional inventory to become available. I also will look for homes not currently on the market that might potentially be of interest.

8. When you find your home, I will do a market analysis on the selected property so that you can make an informed decision about what to offer.

9. When possible, I will personally present the offer to the home seller in order to judge their reaction and best negotiate terms on your behalf.

10. Once we have mutual acceptance, I will open escrow (a neutral third party who handles the transfer of documents and monies involved in the closing of a real estate transaction) and prepare a transaction calendar so that you will know the subsequent steps that will take place, and the time frame within which to expect them. I have many resources available to me, such as links to local government, transportation, chambers of commerce and other services. Also find local neighborhood and school information and the opportunity to receive reports. So please don't hesitate to let me know when you need my help.  Coldwell Banker Bain even has our own channel on youtube.com!
 
11. Once you select your new home, I can provide a list of inspectors (or you're welcome to provide your own). I recommend an inspection on all properties, including new construction and condominiums. If issues come up during an inspection, I can help you find the experts necessary to provide additional information or estimates for repair.

12. Once again, I will negotiate on your behalf to get home inspection issues resolved.

13. I will follow up with your lender, title, and escrow companies to make sure that they send the documents to underwriting, order the appraisal, and send documents to the title company on time.

14. If you would like, I will arrange a walk-through of the home prior to closing to ensure that the property is in the condition it was when you made the offer and that any agreed-upon repairs or changes have been made.

15. I will do everything I can to make the process as easy as possible. I want to make your home buying experience enjoyable and the transaction flawless!