Buying a home is about so much more than simply finding the “right” property online. This is true whether you are a first-time home buyer, or you have purchased many homes before. We are here to earn your trust, build a professional and long-standing relationship with you, and vigorously represent your interests in your home purchasing process.
We pledge to provide you with the following professional services:
Communication
- Listen to your needs so that we can meet your objectives.
- Educate you throughout the process. We are a team. We are your professional resource/advocates.
- Keep you informed throughout the process while ensuring the details are handled professionally.
Process
- Preview homes that may meet your needs (a particularly helpful service for relocation clients).
- Help you find the right home in the right neighborhood for the right price.
- Tour homes with you effectively and professionally.
- Provide comparative sales data to help guide your offer.
- Help you spot sellers whose expectations are out of line with market conditions.
- Assist with selecting home inspection professionals.
- Ensure the appraisal process is handled properly.
- Provide professional guidance regarding recommended repairs.
- Confirm that any repairs or closing requirements are met prior to closing.
Document Organization
- Walk you through all of the deal documentation (there are so many documents). I keep it organized and explain the mysteries.
- Correctly prepare all forms, contracts, addenda, and other transaction documents.
Transaction Support
- Negotiate strongly. Deal effectively on your behalf with other parties to the transaction.
- Handle the problems. Purchasing a home can be stressful. You hire a professional to ensure a smooth transaction.
- When necessary, advise you when it may be time to seek competent legal counsel.
- If requested, guide you in your selection of finance, escrow/closing or title individuals. We are lucky to encounter so many professionals in these areas, and we are happy to recommend people who have proven track records in their respective arena as well those we know to be good communicators. One of the top stressors in any transaction is finding oneself in a communication black hole. We work tirelessly to find individuals who respect that and communicate with you.
- Help you to understand the loan, title and escrow, and closing process.
- Oversee the closing process to ensure all of your paperwork is in order for an on-time closing.
- Work to ensure a successful and smooth closing.
Key Blog Posts Prepared Especially for Buyers
- Why Buyers Agents Matter, and Why You Need One
- Shopping for our Portland Bungalow
- How to Survive, and Win, in a Seller’s Market
- Remote Home Tours: The Future is Here, Virtually
- Confessions of a First-Time Home Buyer
- Do Home Buyer Letters Make a Difference?
- House Hunting Survival Guide
- 8 Tips to Buying a Home in Portland’s Seller’s Market
Contact us today to start your home buying experience!