Searching for a new home can feel like a daunting and intimidating process, but I’m here to walk you through every step and make it fun and memorable along the way.  I’m committed to helping you make the right choice through my 6 Step Process:

1.  Meet & Greet

I’m so lucky to be in a business where meeting new people is the daily standard.  I pride myself on offering a customized real estate experience for each of my clients based on their unique goals and personalities, and I do that by getting to know all about you, what you’re looking for, and how we can best work together to be successful.  Connecting with you to learn about you and your lifestyle builds a strong foundation as to understanding your needs, wants, and housing dreams.

2.  Pre-Qualification

An important ingredient in a successful home search is knowing how much you can afford. You don’t want to fall in love with a property only to find out it’s outside your price range.  The best way to determine your buying price range with confidence is to obtain a mortgage pre-approval.  It gives you the peace-of-mind of knowing you can afford homes you view on the market, and won’t have problems arranging financing, and in a competitive marketplace, it gives you an edge when making an offer – it’s a sign to the sellers that you are a serious, prepared buyer.

You can arrange for a Mortgage Pre-Approval with your bank or other lender, or by working with a good mortgage broker. I’m well-connected in the local real estate scene, and can recommend reputable brokers or lenders if needed.

3.  The Showing Process

We schedule viewings that fit your schedule, so there’s little to any inconvenience for you.  Before you view a property, I provide you with in-depth details of the home.  I also give you the scoop on the neighbourhood in terms of lifestyle, safety, schools, etc.  When you find a property you like, I give you my honest, professional recommendation as to how well the home meets your needs and wants, and help you decide on putting in an offer.

4.  Making an Offer

I realize that making an offer can seem like the nail-biting part of the process, but it doesn’t have to be!  When you go after a property you really want, you can take comfort in knowing you have an expert on your side – someone who knows how to get that home for you.  When you decide to make an offer, here’s what typically happens:

• I’ll recommend a price that has the best chance of being accepting by the seller, without over-paying for the home
• Sellers prefer offers with no conditions, however I may suggest including a condition, such as a home inspection to be included for your protection.  We’ll talk about that.
• I’ll prepare the necessary documents and present your offer to the seller and real estate agent personally.
• If the offer isn’t accepted, or if the seller makes a counter-offer, I’ll work with the seller’s agent, skillfully negotiating on your behalf to make a deal.
• I’ll communicate with you throughout the entire process.  You’re never in the dark when you work with me.
• Once the seller agrees to a deal, I’ll help lead you through removal of any conditions and through to closing, and beyond.

5.  Closing the Sale

There are few things I enjoy more than saying to a client, “You’ve got the home!”  That means the seller has accepted your offer, conditions have been met, and you’ll soon be preparing for moving day.  Just because the purchase has been made doesn’t mean my work for you stops.

If at any time leading up to moving day you have a question, problem or concern, I’ll be there to help.  I’ll take care of all the administrative details on your behalf, working with the seller’s agent, your lawyer and your mortgage lender to ensure all necessary paperwork has been completed and submitted.  Your Real Estate lawyer will take care of all the final paperwork and details for you making sure you’re on track to close smoothly.  You’ll also be provided access to my personal concierge service which ensures a smooth move by keeping you on track with moving-related tasks.  It also connects you with reputable professionals and companies to help you settle in to the new place.

6.  Keeping in Touch

Closing day comes and keys are in your hands.  Congratulations – you just bought your new home!  You can expect to hear from me to check in on how you are settling into the new place.  You’ll also receive updates on the local real estate market and keep you fully informed on what’s happening in your new neighbourhood, along with offers and discounts from my network of partners, to bring added value to my valued clients.