Buying Tips

Getting Started

If you are seeking third-party financing, the most important piece in your home-buying search involves a loan pre-approval from a qualified and experienced mortgage adviser. It's important you work with someone you trust. If you are not already working with a mortgage adviser, we are happy to provide references who are extremely knowledgeable, service-oriented, and trustworthy.

Your Needs and Priorities

Upon determining your finances for moving forward, the completion of a Buyer Profile worksheet refines your search criteria in terms of specifications you're looking for in your next home.

Compare and Contrast

As you narrow down your selection of homes, we will provide helpful information to consider in terms of potential resale, e.g. location, schools, taxes, surrounding amenities, etc.

CMA

Before you make an offer, we'll review a comparative market analysis (CMA) that will provide you an estimate of market value for the home you're interested in based on recent comparable sales with similar property attributes, i.e. location, year built, square footage, etc. This will enable us to make a competitive offer.

Inspection Process

It's important you have an agent who understands the ins/outs of the inspection process; who demonstrates proficient negotiating skills; and who is persistent in advocating your position.

Steps in the Home Buying Process

Jo Anne will guide you throughout the process, including concierge services to help you through a period of transition. Our goal is to anticipate services you might need along the way, and to ensure you receive them in a timely manner.

Applying to be your Realtor for life!

Jo Anne fervently believes you're only as good as your last transaction. Her business and success is a direct product of word-of-mouth referrals from current and past clients, and friends, for which she is very thankful.