BUYING A HOUSE ONLINE

Buying a house online is becoming common these days. Here are a few steps you can follow to make the process easier. It's best you have a realtor you hire locally where the home is located. The seller pays the realtor brokerage. Do proper research many websites and  listings in your desired location. These websites have to be reputable with a wide range of options and good user reviews. Get pre-approved and to secure financing. Define your requirements such as your budget, desired location and specific requirements for your home. This will help you narrow down your options and good user reviews. While looking online, embedded with many websites are virtual tours to allow you to explore remotely. Take advantage of these tours to get a better sense of the home layout, features and kitchen. There is a designated realtor assigned to the listing agent, communicate in the particular home for any questions you may have and request any additional photos. 

Once you feel comfortable with the home, have the contract written. Carefully review contract and addendums that you have. You also have the right to have an attorney to review it to protect your best interest. 

Request a licensed home inspector after an executed contract. This can be arranged and suggested you choose your own by researching. The home inspector will provide a detailed report with condition of the home. This report is a true investment to make a decision to negotiate or bow out of the contract within the specified period of the contract.

SECURE FINANCING

While going through the process and under contract, ensure you make all monthly payments on time. Do not establish any debt after pre-approval  or co-sign. If in doubt talk to your lender. As you receive the clear to close, this will involve signing necessary documents electronically and transferring funds. Purchasing a home is a major decision and it is essential to do your due diligence and take necessary precautions even when purchasing online. Ensure you lean on a trusted advisor through this process. Trust your inner instincts.

TRUSTED ADVISOR

A a trusted advisor, professional realtor and military veteran I am here to serve you in the Dr. Phillips and Central Florida housing market whether you are selling or purchasing a home. In the absence of up to date trustworthy information whether it's a housing crisis or local housing market real estate decisions are increasingly driven by fear, uncertainty and doubt. We as trusted advisors drive the real estate community to ensure you are making the right decision.

Part of my job is to keep you informed and educated of the local housing market trends, pricing and inventory level, buying and selling process to include common terms and videos. It is important to keep updated on the market trends, don't get confused with the media, they talk national data, I can provide the most up to date local area data.

So don't let this shifting housing market delay your dreams, data reveals home values typically appreciate over time and that gives your net worth a nice boost. When you are looking for a home, look for your realtor with the heart of a teacher. If you are ready to start your journey, contact Kevin Strawter today at 850 496-6412 to begin a new walk to homeownership and all your real estate needs. Always taking referrals.