You want the process of buying your Connecticut home to flow smoothly. By understanding each step of the home buying process, taking the proper action and with the guidance and support of your REALTOR®, you can avoid common pitfalls and make finding your dream home an exciting and rewarding experience.
"Get Started on the RIGHT FOOT!"
Before beginning your CT real estate search, there are a few steps you should take that will set you up for success. These steps are as follows (Click on the underlined words for detailed information):
1. Discuss and learn about types of AGENCY REPRESENTATION.
2. Obtain PRE-APPROVAL.
3. Determine TIME FRAME, NEEDS & PRICE
"And the HOME SEARCH begins..."
Once you understand your Connecticut real estate representation options, know your price range, have a mortgage pre-approval and have determined your home needs, you are ready to begin your search. Prudential Connecticut makes searching for your home easy with our online tools:
4. Register for ListingBook Home Finder Service and receive new listings by email daily.
5. Using our online live database, VIEW/SEARCH PROPERTIES.
6. Tour available properties with your REALTOR®.
"OFFER and ACCEPTANCE!"
Once you've found your dream home, now what? Your CT REALTOR® will be there to guide you through the following steps in the offer, negotiation and acceptance process:
7. Write and submit an OFFER.
8. NEGOTIATE an offer/binder.
9. Offer ACCEPTANCE.
10. Setup PROPERTY INSPECTIONS.
"CONTRACTS, CLOSING and MORE... oh my!"
The real work begins once your offer is accepted. Take a look at all of the steps involved before the closing on your new home can occur:
11. Obtain LEGAL REPRESENTATION along with TITLE & SETTLEMENT services.
12. Final MORTGAGE approval.
13. Discuss INSURANCE options.
14. Conduct a Pre-closing inspection with your REALTOR®.
15. Attend the CLOSING.
16. Celebrate!
As you can see, there are many steps involved in buying real estate. Just remember that your REALTOR® will be with you every step of the way to ensure that the home buying process is a successful one!
