1. | Look for an agent to help you through the maze. |
2. | Interview the agent...set an appointment with an agent to find out if they have the skills, services and professional attitude you're looking for. |
3. | Discover if the agent is working "for" you or "with" you... client or customer? |
4. | Clarify your wants and needs to your agent...let them know your objectives and timetable |
5. | Have the agent help you establish your purchasing power...this may include getting pre-approved. |
6. | Select the best three to five properties to see. |
7. | View each property objectively following the "Simple 3-Step" approach. See "A Proven 3 Step Approach To Selecting The Right Property". |
8. | Write the offer to purchase following the "6 Keys To Making You & Your Offer Look Great". |
9. | Have your agent present your offer ASAP...time is of the essence. |
10. | Handle all counter offers and negotiations with a win/win attitude...BIG Picture Mentality. |
11. | Avoid "Second Guessing Syndrome"...also known as "Buyer's Remorse". Almost EVERYONE gets it at some point in time. Let it pass... |
12. | Finalize any loan details to get final approval. If you haven't been pre-approved, you need to get the ball rolling NOW! |
13. | You or your agent need to order title insurance from the company of your choice. |
14. | Any inspections or predications that need to be addressed should be done in a timely fashion. |
15. | Address snags and problems as part of life. Keep focused on your goals...BIG Picture. |
16. | Do a "walk-thru" prior to closing...See "The Final Walk-Thru Checklist". |
17. | Show up early to closing with all necessary items from your closing checklist. |
18. | After closing, keep in contact with your agent. They want to assist you with questions, concerns and problems whenever you have the need! |