Making Your Dream Home a Reality
When buying your house, this will no doubt be one of the largest financial transactions most people will ever make. With our expertise, we will help guide you through all the obstacles during this difficult decision.
When purchasing a home, you are faced with a multitude of decisions! The primary one is whether you are actually prepared to purchase a home. Locating the perfect home is not always an easy task, and obtaining a mortgage loan can be a complex and tiring process. Although, once you have determined that you are ready to move forward with the required effort towards your home-purchasing goal, the rewards are unquestionable.
While at your side each step of the way, I will make the process of purchasing a home easier, more enjoyable, less time-consuming, and less expensive than if you undertook this challenge on your own. will help you prepare so that sellers perceive you as a preferred buyer, help you locate and assess properties for sale that match your specifications, and help you through the myriad of details attending the actual purchase.
I am always familiar with the current homes on the market, and I know neighbourhood values well, so I can help you determine which properties are fairly-priced and in good condition before you start your search.
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Ask Yourself the Questions
Is there a reason you would like to purchase a new home?
When would you like to be in your new home?
What features are you looking for? / Which features are most important to you?
What are the “must-haves” and “deal-breakers”
These are questions that will help you understand what you are looking for and narrow your search.
Next, think of yourself as zeroing in on a target, going from the general to the specific. Consider area (city, suburban neighbourhood, country); community (north, south, east, or west side); neighbourhood (older and settled or sparkling new; a particular school zone; recreational facilities; and other community services such as transportation, daycare, library, stores, entertainment). Ask yourself how many minutes you are willing to commute to work.
Also, think about home styles. How much space do you need? Does your situation require a one-level home, or are stairs acceptable? Consider size and kind of property. Do you want a newer home, or maybe an older one to fix up? Someday you or your heirs will want to sell. Consider how long you expect to live in this particular home.
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Finding Your Budget
Once you have gone through all of the questions above, it is time to crunch the numbers and define your budget. Getting pre-qualified for a mortgage in advance can save you valuable time and help you understand what you can genuinely afford. Going into your home search, knowing your price range will allow you to shop in confidence and provide negotiating powers.
If you seek a lender, please let us know, and we will refer you to a professional lender with an amazing track record of successfully acquiring loan approvals for their clients.
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Finding the Right Home for You
Once you have been pre-qualified for a mortgage, we can help you determine which properties fit your needs by using the (MLS) Multiple Listing Service system to locate them.
We have the best possible resources and communication systems available today to help you locate the homes on the market that match your specifications.
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We Will Help You Every Step of the Way
We are here for you and will help you complete your financing and inspections and close on the transaction. Our top priority is to make sure that your home buying experience is as pleasant, cost-efficient, and successful as possible.
Why Choose The De Leeuw Team?
When it comes to buying your dream home, there are many steps and decisions to navigate along the way. By partnering with us, you can rest assured knowing we will:
Work with you and for you every step of the way
Tailor your search to homes that best suit you by carefully listening to your wants and needs
Take the time to educate and inform you of your options
Ensure the entire process is as transparent as possible
Provide you with our insights and professional advice
Negotiate on your behalf and always act in your best interest when making an offer