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WHAT IT MEANS TO BE HOME.

“Throughout the entire process. She made sure we were all on the same page, and I knew I could trust her to keep everyone accountable and on track. She truly went above and beyond. She made my partner and I feel completely at ease amongst uncertainties through the process as first time buyers. Super responsive, easy to contact, and always ready to help. From day one she treated us like an old friend. I would follow her into the dark!

The Ten Commandments of Buying

  • Portrait of a woman with dark curly hair, wearing a white blazer over a red top, and a statement necklace with large, sparkly stones, against a white background.

    THOU SHALL HIRE A REALTOR

    Hire a Realtor who is going to work for you. We are experts at negotiating the contract. Hire one that effectively advocate, listen, educate and communicate during your time together.

  • Hands placing a stack of hundred-dollar bills into the cushion of a beige sofa.

    THOU SHALL NOT HIDE THEE'S TRUE BUDGET

    Know what you truly can afford so your agent can send you the most fitted properties. This will prevent all parties from wasting time and energy.

  • A man with glasses, frowning and pointing his index finger up in a kitchen and living area.

    THOU SHALL NOT BE A BUYER DIVA

    No home is perfect. Look for the potential. You can change and fix many of these superficial things.

  • Aerial view of a suburban neighborhood with houses, gardens, and trees, showing streets, parked cars, and backyard features.

    THOU SHALL NOT JUST LOOK AT THE RESIDENCE

    You're not just investing in a home, but also a community. Know the property values, if there are any development plans, what are the zoning restrictions, etc.

  • Person holding a resume or CV for Lauren Chen, a digital marketing specialist, with contact information, professional experience, education, and relevant skills visible.

    THOU SHALL NOT CHANGE JOBS

    Lenders need to verify employment and if you change jobs before closing it could change your loan qualification. Do not disrupt cash flow or buy big items.

  • A man with brown hair, wearing a beige blazer, appears to be shouting into a white rotary telephone on a white surface, with black glasses placed on the table nearby.

    THOU SHALL NOT GET EMOTIONAL

    You might put an offer on a home you really want and lose out to another bid. It just means a better home is waiting for you! Know you're limits and don't impulse buy!

  • A man wearing a navy polo shirt and baseball cap examining the exterior wall of a house with a magnifying glass and clipboard.

    THOU SHALL NOT WAIVE INSPECTION

    A house may look perfect—but behind the drywall, chaos could lurk. Always inspect before you invest. have a home inspected to check for underlying and sometimes costly issues.

  • A pink workspace desk with white keyboards, a smartphone with a blank pink screen, a white wireless mouse, a calculator, and a white wireless AirPods case.

    THOU SHALL BUDGET

    Know all the costs involved when closing on a home, some of which include, title fees, loan application fees, attorney fees, etc. Your lender should go over these costs with you.

  • Two women sitting at a gray table discussing and reviewing documents, one writing in a notebook.

    THOU SHALL READ ALL CONTRACTS

    This is a life investment, you should read all the fine print and ask your realtor questions. Make sure you understand what your obligations are.

  • Person holding a bright yellow flower outdoors, seen from above.

    THOU SHALL NOT ABUSE YOUR REALTOR

    Your realtor ALWAYS has your best interest in mind. Be compassionate of their time and efforts, they are working hard for you to accomplish your dream of homeownership. Listen. Respect. Ask Questions.

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