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5. Aid in determining what physical,
geographical, and emotional needs must be met in finding you a home
6.
Determine what geographical
areas (subdivisions) fulfill those needs
7.
Arrange to get you
pre-approved with a lender. With
pre-approval, your offer will be stronger because you have the ability to
perform. This eliminates the
guesswork for the seller. You
will also know the maximum dollar amount that you can purchase.
8.
Help search the multiple
listing service for potential houses
9.
Daily evaluate the housing
market for prospective homes, reporting to you any new listing which may
meet your needs
10.
Set up showings for houses in
which you are interested
11.
Go through the houses with
you and point out potential problems, and leave you alone when you want
privacy
12.
Explain the disclosure forms
required by the state to determine what problems the seller acknowledges
and what they mean to your plans
13.
Help you objectively evaluate
the pros and cons of all houses which are being considered
14.
Determine the fair market
value of the houses in which you are interested
15.
Guide you through the process
of deciding what to offer and in understanding and filling out the
purchase contract
16.
Suggest contingencies which
will help protect you in your purchase
17.
I will review and explain all
the forms that you will be signing, disclosures, disclaimers, rights of
recession, and so on. You will
have an explanation and reason for every form that you sign.
18.
Present your offer
19.
Help you evaluate any counter
offers
20.
Hold your deposit in an
escrow account
21.
Once we have successfully
negotiated a purchase agreement, I will help you select a home inspector.
After the inspection, I will review the report with you to
determine if any negotiation is needed with the seller regarding the
repairs.
22.
If there are any
lender-required repairs or conditions resulting from the home inspection
or appraisal, I will negotiate these items with the seller.
I represent you, the purchasers, and you best interests are always
my number one concern.
23.
When the appraisal is
completed, I will review it for accuracy.
24.
Coordinate transactions
leading to closing: Title search and title insurance, the finance company,
inspectors, taxes, utilities, etc
25.
Prior to signing all the
closing documents, I will review them for accuracy and determine if all
the conditions of the purchase agreement have been met.
This will protect you from any last minute surprises and ensure a
smooth closing. Keep you informed of the status what is going on through
the entire process
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