Buyer Guide

1) Budget + pre-approval

• Decide a monthly payment comfort zone
• Get pre-approved (not just pre-qualified)
• Understand down payment + closing costs

2) Home search

• Pick “must-haves” vs “nice-to-haves”
• Tour strategically to compare accurately
• Watch for resale factors (layout, location, condition)

3) Offer + negotiation

• Offer terms matter as much as price
• Plan for appraisal + financing timeline
• Negotiate based on comps and condition

4) Inspection + repairs

• Focus on safety, structure, major systems
• Request repairs or credits with clear priorities
• Keep the timeline moving to protect your deal

5) Closing

• Final walk-through checklist
• Know what to bring and what to expect
• Utilities + move-in plan

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