10 steps to buying your home


1. Figure out how much house you can afford
  • Calculate your monthly income and debt.
  • Check your credit report and FICO score.
  • Use FrontDoor’s mortgage calculator.
  • Figure out your down payment.
2. Get pre-approved for a mortgage
  • Choose a type of mortgage.
  • Speak to at least five lenders and mortgage brokers.
  • Shop for the best interest rates and programs.
3. Determine what you want and need in a home
  • Choose a location (sown tow, suburbs, rural(
  • Choose a type (single family, townhouse, condo)
  • Choose a price range.
  • Choose a size.
  • Choose an architectural style.
4. Research your target neighbourhoods
  • Look online for information on schools, crime rate, traffic and zoning.
  • Determine your work commute.
  • Scout local amenities, such as parks, shops and restaurants.
5. Work with a buyer’s agent who knows the neighbourhood
  • Get referrals.
  • Consider working with an exclusive buyer’s agent.
  • Interview at least three agents.
  • Look for experience and good chemistry.
6. Search for homes in the MLS and For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
  • Browse listings online.
  • Ask your agent to set up tours of homes that fit your criteria.
  • Check local newspapers.
  • Attend open houses.
7. Research each home you want to buy
  • Ask your agent for comps to estimate the property’s fair market value.
  • Ask the seller’s reason for selling.
  • Review all property disclosures.
  • Find out about liens, easements or other restrictions.
8. Make an offer and negotiate
  • Determine the purchase price.
  • Include contingencies, such as financial, inspection or purchase.
  • Spell out any special requests and repairs you want included in the sale.
  • Determine an earnest money amount.
  • Define a move-in date.
  • Once both parties agree to the terms, sign the Purchase and Sale Agreement.
9. Finalize the deal
  • Get the house appraised.
  • Get a professional home inspection.
  • Consider getting inspections or structural engineering, roof and termites.
  • Use the appraisal and inspection reports to re-negotiate if necessary.
  • Choose a home insurance company.
  • Complete the loan process with the lender.
  • Do a walk-through inspection prior to closing.
  • Set aside cash for the closing costs and down payment.
10. Close the purchase
  • Review the settlement document at least 2 days before closing to see how funds will be collected and distributed.
  • Get a cashier’s check for the amount you need to bring to closing, including the down payment and closing costs.

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Mehdi Moosaei

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