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Buying Your Home in Massachusetts

Selling Homes Massachusetts

Buying your home can be a daunting task. My job is to make the process seamless so that you're able to make the best decisions for you in order to find the right home. I work with first-time homebuyers, clients relocating within or from outside of the USA, those trading up within our area, and more!

Sign up or contact me directly to receive more information about buying a home including a complimentary home buyer's packet.

Steps to Purchasing a Home

1. Financial Checks - Credit Score and Pre-approval

Most home buyers need a mortgage loan to purchase a house and lenders use credit scores to determine whether to approve a loan. Obtain a copy of your current credit score to ensure there are no errors or problems. You can access your credit score through one of the three credit reporting companies - Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion. 

You should also meet with a loan officer who will review your credit files and provide you with a pre-approval letter that lets sellers know that banks have determined that you're qualified for a mortgage.

2. Decide What You Want In Your Home

Before you can find a house that is perfect for you and your family, you need to determine what your goals are and what you are looking for in a house. Make a list of benefits and requirements for your new home - make sure to keep pricing, location, size, and condition in mind. This will be helpful as we work together to find your home.

3. Assemble Your Local Team and Find a Home

One of the most important steps to buying a home is to find a trustworthy buying agent to help you find a home and navigate the purchasing process. Working with a local broker is key to a successful journey. I know which streets are busier, which areas are closest to key points in town and most importantly the market values of homes. I enjoy connecting buyers with other clients who can offer a clear prospective on a certain neighborhood.

4. Submit an Offer to Purchase

Once I've helped you find a home and you are ready to make an offer, we perform a comparative market analysis (CMA) so you know the market value of the house you want to purchase. We then submit a written offer to the listing agent who represents the seller with a first deposit check (usually $1,000). Any contingencies such as inspection and mortgage are included in this offer.

5. Home Inspection

Once the initial offer has been accepted, we will find a qualified home inspector to complete a home inspection, which is generally done within 7-10 days of the accepted offer. The inspector determines if there are any physical, mechanical, or safety concerns with the house.

6. Real Estate Attorney and Purchase and Sale Agreemen

When you are satisfied with the home inspection, your real estate attorney will write up the Purchase and Sale Agreement (P&S). Your attorney will make sure there are provisions to protect your interests. The document is usually signed 2 weeks after an accepted offer and contains the closing date and the loan commitment deadline, which is the last day a buyer can withdraw from buying a home without putting the deposits at risk. At this time, a 5% deposit usually accompanies the signing of the P&S.

7. Mortgage Commitment

With a mortgage contingency a buyer typically has between 4-6 weeks to obtain a mortgage commitment. A mortgage commitment letter from a bank usually alerts all parties that the buyer is cleared to close on the home.

8. Closing

The closing is the actual date you take ownership of your new home. This typically occurs 60 days from the accepted offer and involves signing legal documents to ensure that both parties agree to the various payment requirements. Before the closing date you should complete a walkthrough of the house to make sure any repairs that needed to be made were successfully completed and that nothing unexpected has happened to the property. 

You deserve the best!

When searching for a home you can consider me a member of your team. I work closely with all of my clients and walk them through the home buying process step by step in great detail. To get started with the home buying process please sign up or contact me today!

 

Recent Listings in Wellesley & Weston

171 Wellesley Street, Weston image
171 Wellesley Street, Weston $2,588,000

Sophisticated 6-bedroom contemporary home with meadow views. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass bring natural light and the outside in. Entryway and gallery with skyligh...

  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 73091287 MLS
Courtesy of Compass

Listing courtesy of Compass .

44 Cottonwood Road, Wellesley image
44 Cottonwood Road, Wellesley $899,000

FANTASTIC location!! This multi-level home has so much potential! The spacious formal living room has a fireplace and a large bay window overlooking beautiful (and quiet)...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 73091006 MLS
Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty North Central

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty North Central.

49 Tanglewood Rd, Wellesley image
49 Tanglewood Rd, Wellesley $2,395,000

Excellent opportunity to live on one of the most coveted cul-de-sacs in Cliff Estates! This lovingly updated colonial exudes timeless elegance. The eat-in kitchen is a ch...

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 73090708 MLS
Courtesy of Compass

Listing courtesy of Compass.

87 Hundreds Rd, Wellesley image
87 Hundreds Rd, Wellesley $16,650,000

Extremely rare 3+ acre property in the heart of exclusive Wellesley Farms. This elegant 1905 Colonial has beautiful period details throughout, including the most gorgeous...

  • 7 Beds
  • 7 Baths
  • 73090600 MLS
Courtesy of Rutledge Properties

Listing courtesy of Rutledge Properties.

40 Seaver St Unit 10, Wellesley image
40 Seaver St Unit 10, Wellesley — The Kingsbury $1,075,000

A unique condo offering in a fantastic Wellesley location.  Spacious 2 Bed Condo is in the old converted Wellesley High School.  Building has a warm traditional feel and ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 73090558 MLS
  • The Kingsbury Bldg.
Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listing courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty.

148 Weston Road Unit 101, Wellesley image
148 Weston Road Unit 101, Wellesley — The Bristol, Wellesley $2,650,000

72% Sold! A few opportunities left! Visit TheBristolWellesley for more information. The Bristol Wellesley invites connoisseurs of the good life to experience luxurious m...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 73090492 MLS
  • The Bristol, Wellesley Bldg.
Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listing courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty.

148 Weston Road Unit 102, Wellesley image
148 Weston Road Unit 102, Wellesley — The Bristol, Wellesley $2,625,000

72% Sold! A few opportunities left! Visit TheBristolWellesley for more information! The Bristol Wellesley invites connoisseurs of the good life to experience luxurious mo...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 73090481 MLS
  • The Bristol, Wellesley Bldg.
Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listing courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty.

19 Byron Rd, Weston image
19 Byron Rd, Weston $1,795,000

Introducing this charming cape located in a coveted South Side neighborhood. Upon entry, you immediately sense the warmth that radiates throughout this light filled home....

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 73090461 MLS
Courtesy of Compass

Listing courtesy of Compass.

16 Fuller Brook Rd, Wellesley image
16 Fuller Brook Rd, Wellesley $1,799,000

This thoughtfully designed home boasts a functional floor plan, manicured landscaping, and coveted location in the Dana Hall neighborhood with the brand new Hunnewell sch...

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 73090333 MLS
Courtesy of Compass

Listing courtesy of Compass.

298 Weston Rd, Wellesley image
298 Weston Rd, Wellesley $1,225,000

Picture-perfect, this center-entrance Colonial-style residence is located steps from Hardy Elementary School, Perrin Park, and the newly renovated Fells Branch Library. T...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 73090235 MLS
Courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate

Listing courtesy of Hammond Residential Real Estate.

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