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Southeastern Michigan Real Estate
STARTING YOUR SEARCH
Time To Go House Hunting!
Once you've secured the right agent and organized your financials, it’s time to begin your search.
Explore
Tour neighborhoods of interest and review online listings. Inform your agent of properties you’re keen on to schedule viewings, emphasizing long-term resale potential.
Narrow Your Search
Define property criteria with your agent. Specify desired features such as bedrooms, baths, yard space, and preferred school districts.
It's Time to Buy
Your agent’s negotiation skills are crucial during the offer phase. Once you’ve identified your desired property, crafting a compelling offer requires detailed analysis.
During negotiations, your agent will draft the purchase agreement, encompassing home warranties, escrow terms, and title conditions. They will clarify protective contingencies, local regulations, and customary practices, advising you while respecting your final decisions on terms and pricing.
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Tips For Buying
Don’t Max Out Your Budget
Just because you’ve been approved for a max amount, doesn't mean you should spend it all on the home's sale price. You will want to set some of that aside for closing costs, taxes and potential home repairs or remodeling.
Get to Know the Area
Make sure the neighborhood works for you and your family - are you close to schools and is shopping conveniently located?
Don’t Skip the Home Inspection
Inspections are worth their weight in gold and will draw attention to problems you may not otherwise see, giving you peace of mind and letting you make more informed decisions about your purchase.
Get Pre-Approved
Getting pre-approved by a lender lets the seller know you are serious and ready to purchase a home and that you are not just window shopping.
Make a List of Deal Breakers
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Know what you can live with and what you cannot live without and also those things that can be taken care of with a simple remodel. If you need a 4 bedroom home, don't buy one with 2 that requires a massive addition which can break your budget.
Look at the Age of Appliances and Other SystemsAppliances are some of the most expensive portions of the home and you should pay particular attention to their age and whether they have required service. Other systems to have inspected are your HVAC, hot water heater, and your septic & well, if applicable. You may be able to get the seller to add a home warranty when buying.
Check For HOA RequirementsMost neighborhoods have HOAs that govern what you can and can't do - be sure you know what the rules are for your neighborhood.
