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Your Vancouver real estate search and purchase
Locating the perfect property in the Vancouver area—either as a primary residence or real estate investment—is a multi-step process that requires considerable effort. But, once you have decided to move forward with your goal to buy real estate in the Vancouver, BC area, the rewards are unquestionable.
I'll help you through each step of the real estate buying process and ensure purchasing your Vancouver property easier, more enjoyable, less time-consuming, and less expensive than if you undertook this challenge on your own.
Specifically, I will help you in the following ways:
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I'll help prepare you so that sellers perceive you as a preferred buyer
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I'll help you locate and assess properties for sale that match your specifications
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I'll help you through the myriad of details attending the actual purchase
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I'll work together with you to speed up the mortgage and real estate purchase process
I work in the Vancouver real estate market all day, every day--I'm very familiar with the Vancouver area, its residential and commercial areas, buildings, and future development plans. I'm up-to-date on current Vancouver real estate listings and I have intimate knowledge of Vancouver real estate neighborhood values. I'll ensure that the properties you consider for purchase are fairly-priced and meet your real estate investment goals.
Step 1: Things to think about
Your first step to buying real estate in Vancouver is to first ask yourself why you want to buy a home: to stop paying rent? To start building equity? To have a place of your own? To raise a family? To entertain business associates? To move up to a bigger house? Next, list what kind of home you'd like and where you would like to be. Be specific. Separate the "must haves" from the "want to haves."
Think of yourself as zeroing in on a target, going from the general to the specific. Consider area (city, suburban neighborhood, country); community (north, south, east, or west side); neighborhood (older and settled or sparkling new; a particular school zone; recreational facilities; and other community services such as transportation, day care, library, stores, entertainment). Ask yourself how many minutes you are willing to commute to work.
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.
Step 2: Loan Pre-Qualification
Once you have addressed the above needs, your next step in the purchasing process is to get pre-qualified with a mortgage company. This can be done over the phone or even online in a matter of minutes.
Call me and I will refer you to a mortgage professional that has an excellent reputation and track record for successfully acquiring loan approval for his/her clients.
Step 3: Finding the Right Properties For You
Once you've been pre-qualified and know what price range you want to stay in, I can help you determine which properties fit your needs by using the (MLS) Multiple Listing Service system to locate them.
I have the best possible resources and communication systems available today to help you locate the homes on the market that match your specifications. You can even search my listings here at my website.
Step 4: Complete Financing and Close the Transaction
I will help you complete your financing and inspections, and close on the transaction. My top priority is to make sure that your home buying experience is pleasant, cost-efficient, and successful. |
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