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YOUR GUIDE TOHOMEOWNERSHIP
Everythingyou need to know
about buyinga home.
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A SoundInvesting in a home is one of the most important decisionsyou'll make. So much more than a roof over your head, yourhome is where life unfolds and memories are made, all whilebuilding a financial foundation for your future.
Deciding how you'll navigate your journey to homeownership isequally critical to the agent you work with. As someone who'sbeen in your spot before, I'm familiar with what's cycling throughyour mind, and as a real estate agent, I've mastered the ins andouts of the buying process. When you work with me, you'll benefitfrom my experience, and together we'll work toward makingsound, smart decisions for your future.
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YOUR DREAM HOME
Your needs drive how and whenwe find your next home. From thisday forward, everything I do will bemotivated by your goals and howyou imagine your life taking placein your new home. Once I get anunderstanding of where you seeyourself, finding your dream homewill move quickly, and with minimalinterruption to your daily life.
Visualize yourdream scenario forbuying your home.
WHAT'S THE ONE THING THATHAS TO HAPPEN TO MAKE THATDREAM SCENARIO A REALITY?
How can I make thathappen for you?
Why is thatimportant to you?
IF WE COULD ADD JUST ONEMORE THING TO MAKE THISPROCESS EVEN BETTER, WHATWOULD IT BE?
Why is thatimportant to you?Your
NeedsCome
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YOUR PREFERENCES
The what, the when,the how - let's talkabout the best wayto get in touch.
Build YourWHAT IS YOUR FAVORITEWAY TO RECEIVE INFORMATIONOR UPDATES?
Select all that applyProfile
EmailCallText
The BasicsWHAT IS THE BEST TIMETO REACH YOU?
Select all that apply
Have you considered whomy main contact will be?
What timeline would youlike to strive for?
Have you looked into gettingpre-approved for a home loan?
Have you thought about the pricerange you'd be comfortable with?
If I found a home today thatchecked all of your boxes, couldyou see yourself making a movesooner rather than later?
MorningNoonAfternoonEveningAnytime
AS UPDATES ARISE,HOW OFTEN DO YOUPREFER TO BE NOTIFIED?
ASAPIn a few hoursThat dayEvery few days
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YOUR PREFERENCES
HomeListWish
TO BEGIN Are there any specific featuresthat would make your next housefeel instantly like home?
Will you require accessibilityoptions?
Who will be living in this home?Let's list adults, children, andpets that will inhabit the space.
What are the non-negotiables foryour home?
If you had to name your top fivenon-negotiables, what wouldthey be?
Beyond your top five needs, whatis something you really want?
Do you have a preference for theyear the house was built?
Do you want a house in move-incondition or are you willing to dosome work on it?
When people visit your home,what do you want it to sayabout you?
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YOUR PREFERENCES
HomeListWish
EXTERIOR
What type of home are you lookingfor (e.g., single-family, condo, townhouse, etc.)?
Approximately what squarefootage would adequately coveryour living space?
How many stories do you prefer?
What lot size are you looking for?
What architectural styles are youdrawn to?
What type of exterior siding appealsto you?
Do you want a porch, deck, or both?
What are you looking for in terms of agarage [e.g., attached, carport, etc.]?
What type of driveway or vehicleentrance/exit will you require?
Do you want a swimming pool ora hot tub?
Are you looking for any structuressuch as a greenhouse or shed?
Do you need special outdoorarrangements for pets? [e.g., a dogrun, fenced-in yard, etc.]
What other exterior features areimportant to you?
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YOUR PREFERENCES
BEDROOMS
How many bedrooms doyou need?
How will each of those roomsbe used?
What are your preferences forthe master bedroom?
HomeListWish
KITCHEN
What are your generalpreferences for the kitchen?
What features must your kitchenhave (e.g., breakfast nook, typesof appliances, etc.)?
What finishes do you like(e.g., countertops, flooring,cupboards, sink, appliances, etc.)?
Will your kitchen need toaccommodate anything withcustom measurements (beveragecooler, island, farmhouse sink,butcher block countertop)?
INTERIORWhat style do you envision forthe interior of your home?(e.g., formal, casual, cozy,traditional, minimalist, modern,etc.)?
What kind of floor plan do youprefer (e.g., open vs. walls ordivided living spaces)?
In general, what are yourpreferences for the interior?
BATHROOMS
How many bathrooms doyou need?
What are your needs for eachof the bathrooms?
Will any bathroom need to servea specific purpose (powderroom, swimming pool access,fit for small children, accessibilityspecifications)?
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YOUR PREFERENCES
HomeListWish
DINING ROOMLIVING ROOM/FAMILY ROOM
What are your generalpreferences for your living andfamily room(s)?
What size room(s) do you havein mind?
Do you prefer your living andfamily room(s) to be separate andintended for different purposes?
Do you want a fireplace?
What other living areas are youlooking for? (e.g., playroom forchildren, studio, mud room)
What else do you see forliving areas?
Would you like the diningroom to be part of the kitchenconfiguration?
What about the living room - howshould it be situated with regardto the dining room?
What size dining room table doyou have? Is there other diningroom furniture I should take intoaccount?
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YOUR PREFERENCES
YourNeighborhood
MAKE MY WEBSITEYOUR HOMEBASE
What neighborhoods or areas would you enjoy living in?
Are there any specific streets or characteristics in theseneighborhoods you're drawn to?
If applicable, what school districts do you prefer?
Where do you work?
Where are your favorite places to shop? What otherconveniences would you like nearby?
What do you like to do for fun? Are there any recreationalfacilities that you enjoy?
Any other considerations I should be aware of as we findyour ideal neighborhood?
My hyper-filtered searchnow extends nationwide,beyond the bounds oftraditional MLS.With layers of optionsnever experiencedbefore, my websiteallows you to search byneighborhood and schooldistrict, revealing thedetails that matter most.Save searches, favoritehomes, and collaborate.Get notificationswhenever a good fitbecomes available, evenwhen on the go.
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YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
MapMove
When is the besttime to buy?There's only one right answer:When you find a home that you love.
Inventory and economy will wax andwane, but when you find a house youcan see yourself in, the timing is justright. Below, take a comparative look atneighborhoods with inventory that fitsyour preferences.
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BUYING 101
Buyinga Home Works
FIND YOUR NEW HOME
PARTNER WITH AN AGENT
1 3Absorb their local insight
Get to know neighborhoodinventory levels
See what's about to hitthe market
Gain access tooff-market properties
Review market averages
Complete needs assessment
Compare home and neighborhoodaverages, then narrow down theneighborhoods you want to live in
Favorite homes and save themto collections
Nix homes that don'tmeet the mark
Schedule home tours and plan anitinerary with your agent
Decide on your dream home
GET PRE-APPROVED FOR A LOAN
2MAKE YOUR OFFERAND NEGOTIATE THE TERMS
4Understand what youcan afford
Determine your monthlymortgage payment
Understand your debt ratio
Prepare for escrow
Obtain a pre-approval letter
Review contract terms andtime limit for offer
Negotiate purchase price
Choose a title company
Shop home insurance options
Prepare for down payment,earnest money
Choose a target closing date
Sign the offer
Deliver escrow check
Stay in close contactwith your agent
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BUYING 101
Set up your utilities to be activatedor transferred
Confirm that all contingenciesare resolved
Schedule the final propertywalk-through
Designate a safe, dedicated space tosave your final paperwork
Stay in close contact with your agent,lender, and title company
BuyingWorksa Home
UNDER CONTRACT5Secure a home loan
Acquire home insurance and sendproof to your lender. Keller Coveredstreamlines finding the best insuranceto fit your needs
Request a list of what conveys withthe property
Schedule home inspection andnegotiate repairs
Order an appraisal
Acquire a property disclosure fromthe seller
Neutralize any contingencies.
*more details to follow
CLOSING DAY:WHAT TO BRING
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Connect with your lender to wire downpayment funds. You'll need to cover thecost of closing and the down payment.Bring a printed confirmation of yourwire transfer
Government-issued photo ID(s)
Social Security numbers
Home addresses from thelast 10 years
Proof of homeowner's insurance
Your copy of the contract
Your checkbook
[inputany contingencies that may bespecific to your area]
Conduct a title search
Choose your title company
Schedule your closing
Solidify both contract effective date andallowable move-in dates
Certify funds for closing
Stay in close contact with your agent,lender, and title company
CLOSING DAY8Sign closing disclosure, promissorynote, and all other documentation
Title transfer
Deed delivery
Save your paperwork in yourpre-designated spot
Get your keys - congrats, it's all yours!
BEFORE YOU CLOSE6Transfer funds for closing
Reserve a moving company and set amoving date
Change your address through USPS,your bank, and other instances with yourStay in touch
agent for current or futurerecommendations in regardto your new home.
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AT YOUR SERVICE
Home Loans
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The Bottom LineWorking with a Keller Williams agentlike me has its perks. Whether thisis your first time securing a homeloan, or it's your 15th and you'reready for a better alternative, lookto Keller Mortgage for a modern-day mortgage solution.
Keller Mortgage operatesin 49 states. Not currentlyavailable in New York.
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MY PROMISE
TrustedPartnerFrom the day you partner with me, and even past the day youstep foot in your new home, consider me your dedicated realestate adviser. Whatever you need, I have the resources andexpertise to guide your decisions. Throughout your transaction,you can come to me for both the little things and the importantsteps, like comprehensive home insurance and competitivefinancing - I have the inside edge on both. After your purchase,ask me to recommend fully-vetted service specialists or abouthow you can care for your home. Further down the road,should you ever want to sell, I'll be your trusted point person.You'll always have my number, and I'll always be ready tospring into action; just say the word!
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MY PROMISE
Promiseto
To consistently and clearlycommunicate with you in themanner and frequency thatyou prefer
To treat you and your family withstraightforwardness, integrity, andrespect at all times
To answer your questions, easeyour concerns, reduce your stress,and expertly handle the entire realestate transaction
To hold myself accountable tofinding the perfect home for you -after all, that is what my businessis built onTo serve the community as a
leader in the real estate industryand as a friend and neighbor
To always do the right thing, evenif it isn't what is easiest
To take care of your needs at thehighest level through unparalleledprofessionalism and attention todetail. No request is too small
To serve as a trusted local expertand adviser by your side
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MY PROMISE
Promiseto theCommunityWE LIVE HERE, WE GIVE HERE
RED DAY
RED Day, which stands for Renew, Energize and Donate,is our annual day of service. Each year on the second Thursdayof May, we celebrate RED Day as a part of our legacy worthleaving. Making a difference in the lives of others and betteringthe communities that we serve lies at the heart of theKeller Williams culture.
ENRICHING OUR COMMUNITY
Habitat for Humanity in [city name] embodies a value close tomy heart: HOME. It's where the heart is and the more people whohave a home, the more our community can thrive. Each year,I join forces with other like-minded folks and contribute what Ican to ensure a strong future for the residents of our town.
YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE
Habitat for Humanity in [city name] embodies a value close tomy heart: HOME. It's where the heart is and the more people whohave a home, the more our community can thrive. Each year, Ijoin forces with other like-minded folks and contribute what I canto ensure a strong future for the residents of our town.
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MY PROMISE
Real estate is complicated.
That's where I come in.
At the closing table, my goal is for youto feel that the purchase of your homeexceeded all of your expectations, sothroughout our interactions - fromsearch to close - I'll work hard toachieve that goal.
When you choose me as your partner,you are not just getting a trusted,respected agent - you are getting alocal expert who is passionate aboutserving our community and those whocall it home.
Let's get started.
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GLOSSARY
CLOSING DISCLOSURE
A document that provides an itemizedlisting of the funds that were paid ordisbursed at closing.
CommonlyUsed Terms
DEED
The legal document conveying title toa property.ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Collective income from everyone inyour household before taxes or otherdeductions are taken, investment incomeor dividends, Social Security benefits,alimony, and retirement fund withdrawals.
DOWN PAYMENT
A cash payment of a percentageof the sales price of the home thatbuyers pay at closing. Differentlenders and loan programs requirevarious down payment amounts suchas 3 percent, 5 percent, or 20 percentof the purchase price.
APR
APR refers to the annual percentagerate, which is the interest rate you'll payexpressed as a yearly rate averaged overthe full term of the loan. APR includeslender fees in the rate, so it's usually higherthan your mortgage interest rate.
EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT
Also known as an escrow deposit,earnest money is a dollar amountbuyers put into an escrow accountafter a seller accepts their offer.Buyers do this to show the sellerthat they're entering a real estatetransaction in good faith.
APPRAISAL
A written justification of the price paid for aproperty, primarily based on an analysis ofcomparable sales of similar homes nearby.
ENCUMBRANCEAPPRAISED VALUE Anything that affects or limits the
fee simple title to a property, suchas mortgages, leases, easements,or restrictions.
An opinion of a property's fair market value,based on an appraiser's knowledge,experience, and analysis of the property.Since an appraisal is based primarily oncomparable sales, and the most recentsale is the one on the property in question,the appraisal usually comes out at thepurchase price.
EQUITY
A homeowner's financial interest ina property. Equity is the differencebetween the fair market value of theproperty and the amount still owed onits mortgage and other liens.CLOSING COSTS
Generally 2 to 5 percent of the purchaseprice include lender fees, recording fees,transfer taxes, third-party fees such as titleinsurance, and prepaids and escrows suchas homeowner's insurance, property taxes,and HOA fees.
ESCROW
Putting something of value, like adeed or money, in the custody ofa neutral third party until certainconditions are met.
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GLOSSARY
MORTGAGEHOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION FEE (HOA)A loan from a bank, credit union, orother financial institution that relieson real estate for collateral. The bankprovides money to buy the property,and the borrower agrees to monthlypayments until the loan is fully repaid.
A fee required when you buy a homelocated within a community with an HOAthat typically pays for maintenance andimprovements of common areas and mayinclude the use of amenities.
HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCEMORTGAGE INSURANCE
Insurance that provides you with propertyand liability protection for your propertyand family from damages from a naturaldisaster or accident. Lenders usuallyrequire borrowers to buyhomeowner's insurance.
Insurance that protects the lenderand repays part of the loan if theborrower defaults and the loan can'tbe fully repaid by a foreclosure sale.Usually required on loans with lessthan a 20 percent down payment.
HOME WARRANTYPROPERTY TAXES
A contract between a homeowner and ahome warranty company that provides fordiscounted repair and replacement serviceon a home's major components, such asthe furnace, air conditioning, plumbing,and electrical systems.
Typically imposed by localgovernments on real propertyincluding residential real estate. Thetax rate can change annually, andthe assessed value of your property isusually recalculated annually.
LENDER FEESPREPAIDS
Part of the closing costs of a homepurchase and may include an applicationfee, attorney fees, and recording fees. Thelender's underwriting or origination fee isusually 1 percent of the loan amount.
Prepaids are expenses paid atthe closing for bills that are nottechnically due yet, such as propertytaxes, homeowner's insurance,mortgage insurance, and HOA fees.
LOAN TYPESTHIRD-PARTY FEES
Mortgages have different terms rangingfrom 10 to 30 years and are availablewith fixed or adjustable interest rates.Your lender can discuss down payment,insurance, credit requirements, and otherspecifics of various loan types.
Any closing costs charged bysomeone other than your lender,typically including fees for anappraisal, a property survey, a titlesearch, owner's and lender's titleinsurance, and sometimesan attorney.MONTHLY DEBT
The minimum payment on credit carddebt; auto, student, and personal loanpayments; and alimony or child support.Rent or mortgage for a property that youwill pay after your home purchase mustalso be included.