A Guide to Buying Your First Home

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1. Meet with a sales associate.

Why Should I Use a Real Estate Agent?

 

2. Get pre-approved for a mortgage.

Why Should I Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage?

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Mortgage Approval and Student Loans

 

3. Search for your first home.

My HomeFinder

Listing Status

 

4. Find your home and make an offer.

Congratulations!

 

5. Sign the Contract of Sale – Escrow.

Mortgage Services

 

6. Due Dilligence.

Home Inspection: Home, Wood Infestation, Roof, Pool, etc.

Reports: Seller Disclosure, Title Commitment, CCRs, HOA Disclosures, etc.

 

7. Choose a loan and apply.

How Do I Know Which Type of Mortgage is Best for Me?

How Does My Credit Affect My Mortgage?

How Can I Improve My Credit Score?

 

8. Secure homeowner’s insurance.

Insurance Services

 

9. Pay any additional closing costs.

What Additional Costs Come with Owning a Home?

 

10. Prepare in advance to make the moving process go smoothly

Shortcuts to Make Your Move Easier

Moving Tips

 

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