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Buying in 6 Easy Steps
Step 1 - Discuss Goals
Let’s meet up for a cup of coffee and go over the home-buying process. We want to hear all about your goals, hopes and fears. This is also a great time for you to ask questions, and for us to talk about how we will create the smoothest and most positive experience for you. Once we agree to work together, we’ll work out a customized plan to help make your dreams a reality. We’ll also get you in touch with a great loan officer, unless you already have one or are paying cash.
Step 2 - Show me the Money
If you are planning to get a loan, working with one of our trusted lenders will make your buying process even easier and smoother. The benefit here is, we have vetted them and have an inside line to keep things moving. Part of the strength of your offer will be how solid your financing is. If we can tell the listing agent that you are pre-approved with a team we know and trust, it will make your offer stronger. Also, it is a relief to know that the properties you are previewing are comfortably in your price range.
Step 3 - Home Search
Now for the fun part! We will set you up with access to our customized search tool, which will deliver you housing options based on your criteria. When you see a few that you like, contact us and we will schedule showings and go take a look. While we are out viewing properties, we continue the education process by pointing out different features, conditions, pros and cons. One thing we focus on is always circling back to what YOU want. It may be a lovely home, but is it what you said you need? If the home in question does not meet your goals, then no matter how good a “deal” it may be, we will ask you to think hard about whether this is the one for you. On the other hand, if the home meets your budget and your goals, then we move on to the next step!
Step 4 - Let's Write
You have found a home you love and it is time to submit an offer. We will pull up “comps” (homes that have sold or been listed near the one you want) and gather up more details about the property, to help you develop an offer strategy. We will guide you through every step and will go over different options and strategies to position your offer in a way that reflects your concerns and desires to get the home. You are signing legally binding paperwork, and we make sure that you are informed and comfortable with everything that will be submitted to the Seller. Once we submit the offer, we will be there to remind you to breathe and try to relax!
Step 5 - Lock it Down
Yay! You are under contract!
Here’s where Caprika’s team spirit shines. Your agent has a great support network of in-house transaction coordinators, plus recommended inspectors, contractors, and settlement attorneys, to make the deal run smoothly. Expect weekly calls and e-mails to inform you of what’s happening behind the scenes, as well as what your responsibilities may be. There are a lot of moving parts to a real estate deal, and that is why having a pro team in your corner can make all the difference.
Here’s where Caprika’s team spirit shines. Your agent has a great support network of in-house transaction coordinators, plus recommended inspectors, contractors, and settlement attorneys, to make the deal run smoothly. Expect weekly calls and e-mails to inform you of what’s happening behind the scenes, as well as what your responsibilities may be. There are a lot of moving parts to a real estate deal, and that is why having a pro team in your corner can make all the difference.
Step 6 - Celebration Day
“We made it!” Celebration or Settlement day has finally come and all of your preparation and planning has finally paid off! We will be with you for you final walkthrough of the property, and we will sit with you at settlement while you sign your closing documents. You are officially the owner of your dream home, and we couldn’t be more excited for you!
Curious about next steps?
We believe in home buying on your timeline, whether that is tomorrow or next year. That said, let’s start the conversation now. The next step is for us to start talking, so we can understand your needs and timeline.
Home Buying Tips
Buying a Home with Caprika Realty
I Need The Money From My Current Home | Caprika Realty
?? Looking to sell and buy another home, but need the money out of your current home??? We refer to this as a timing issue. Luckily, there are options out there for everyone and their unique situation. In this video, you will discover 5 common solutions to this timing problem.
What are my first steps to buying a home?
?? Thinking of Buying a Home? ??
So, if you have been thinking about buying a home but not really sure what your next step is… this is for you. The realty is the market is a bit tough out there for buyer and having a solid plan can make the difference of losing out on THE house or even just save you from seeing a bunch of a homes that are not a good fit.
So what is that next step? Great question. Glad you asked. It’s simple, schedule a free strategy call with me. No obligation, and not a big sales pitch.
Can I avoid a bidding war when buying a home?
?? Attn: Future Home Buyers! ??
?? Real Talk. If you are not a serious buyer, then this market may not be for you. I don’t mean to come across as negative because I think it is a great time to buy a home. BUT you have to be ready to rock and roll. Almost every home we have helped purchase or sell recently has been in a bidding war. The exception would be the off market deals we have put together. So, this is me saying we can try and find an off market deal and go in strong or if you are waiting for the ho
I am afraid of being in a bidding war when buying a home
?? Attn: Home Buyers! ??
?? Can I be real for a second? If you are not a serious buyer, then this market may not be for you. I don’t mean to come across as negative because I think it is a great time to buy a home. BUT you have to be ready to rock and roll. We had a client recently say they didn’t want to be a in a bidding war. ?? I mean I get that, but the truth is almost every home we have helped purchase or sell recently has been in a bidding war. The exception would be the off market deals we have put
Avoid this common home buying mistake
?? Avoid this Home Buying Mistake ??
One home buying mistake I see almost every home buyer make is easily avoided. What is it… You will never guess; it’s starting your home search before knowing if you are in the sweet spot! By sweet spot I mean, do the types of home you are looking for in your budget exist? I have an easy exercise for you. Look at all the homes in your ideal wishlist that have sold in the last 90 days. If you can pick 3-5 homes out from that list that you would have considered you know yo
Buying a home and using the wrong Realtor may cost you thousands of dollars!
?? Thinking of Buying a Home? ??
So…. Who you work with can make or break the home buying experince. In fact here I a little known secrete, the top 1000 agents or so in Maryland sell over 70% of all the homes in MD! This is true at the county level as well. The truth is, getting a real estate license is easy to do, but truly representing clients and selling home month after month takes a lot of work.
Why do you care - The reality is the top agents want to work with other top agents because they know the
Buying a home and using the wrong Realtor may cost you thousands of dollars!
?? Thinking of Buying a Home? ??
So…. Who you work with can make or break the home buying experince. In fact here I a little known secrete, the top 1000 agents or so in Maryland sell over 70% of all the homes in MD! This is true at the county level as well. The truth is, getting a real estate license is easy to do, but truly representing clients and selling home month after month takes a lot of work.
Why do you care - The reality is the top agents want to work with other top agents because they know the
Avoid this mistake when buying a home!
?? Thinking of Buying a Home? ??
?? Avoid this common mistake! It’s easy….
? Talk to an awesome local lender vs your big bank.
?? Why? Have you ever called comcast or Verizon for tech support? Well, getting a loan through a lot of these big banks is about just as fun…. And here is the kicker, the listing agents around here know how horrible it can be to work with some of the big players, so when they get an offer with that big bank name, they get a pout pout face and tell the seller, your offer is not
I want to buy a home but i am afraid of paying too much and a being in a housing bubble
?? Buying a home but not sure about the market? ??
No question we have been in a seller’s market. The question really has been, are we in a bubble? Like, if I buy now, is that a mistake because prices are about to come down?
I mean, what about foreclosures, forbearances, unemployment and all that other scary stuff? Great questions, and if I was looking to buy this year, I would ask the same things. So I break it all down in this video. Have a watch and let me know if you agree.
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How we work with you to help you buy a home
Alright! So you've made it through some of our Pre-Buyer Initial Consultation videos! You've heard about the process of buying a home and are hopefuly feeling more prepared heading into the process. Now let's talk about how we like to do things at Caprika Realty and what sets us apart from the rest! We really look forward to help you find your dream home and can't wait to see you at our first meeting!
I want to buy a new home, what do i need to know?
Let's talk NEW CONSTRUCTION! I'm sure you've all seen homes being built up all around the area. But, did you know that is just one type of new construction home? There are actually 3 types of new construction to consider when you start entertaining the idea of building a home and each is very different from the other. Let's dive into the 3 types and what makes each different.
The home search phase of buying a home
Alright! Now we are getting to the part that everyone gets excited about, THE HOME SEARCH! The home search has changed over the years. As the agent, I used to research homes for my clients and present a list of options that I felt best met their needs. However, with the nature of the business things have changed. Still, there are some things you should consider when deciding what homes you want to go see. Let's chat about it!
Costs you need to know about when buying a home
So I know we've talked about closing costs, but there are other fees that you need to be aware of when heading into the home buying process. Do you know what they are? If not, don't worry. We explain it all in this video.
What are our roles as your buyer agent
Let's be honest, the role of a real estate agent has changed a lot over the last 15 years. We used to select the listing based on your list of wants/needs and take you to go see houses. Now, our buyers are sending us the listings that they're interested in. Don't underestimate the value of a quality real estate agent. In this video I share what makes us so different at Caprika Realty and our vision.
Estate sales and new construction are the 4th types of sellers
The 4TH TYPE OF SELLER! There are a couple of sellers that fall into this category, mainly New Construction -- sellers that haven't actually lived in the home. If you're considering purchasing a new construction home, there are a few things you need to know before you just drop by an open house. Let's chat about it...
What is a short sale - know the type of seller you are goign to write an offer on
Are you looking to purchase a new, or maybe even your first home? Perhaps this is your first time going out with a real estate agent to look at homes. Did you know that there are multiple types of home sellers? Let's chat about SHORT SALES because the name doesn't imply what many people believe off hand. Let's make sure you're prepared as you start to head out with our agents on your home buying journey.
What is a foreclosure - what you need to know
Are you looking to get a deal when you go to purchase your home? Are you considering purchasing a FORECLOSURE? Let's talk about what you need to know when going into this type of transaction...
What is a foreclosure - what you need to know
Are you looking to get a deal when you go to purchase your home? Are you considering purchasing a FORECLOSURE? Let's talk about what you need to know when going into this type of transaction...
A standard seller - what you need to know when making an offer
Did you know that there are 4 different types of sellers? It's important to know about each type to help you as you're in the process of purchasing a home. In this video we talk about the HAPPY HOME OWNER. Check it out!
We are in an on demand housing market
Real estate has changed over the years. In many ways, the process today is different from when I got into this business in 2005. We are definitely in an On-Demand Market, but let's chat about what that really means.
An un realistic seller can be a difficult seller or one to just skip on.
Today's real estate market brings along its own host of challenges, one of those being NOT REALISTIC SELLERS. If you've been looking at homes for sale on any of the big name sites then you've probably noticed that some homes are moving ?? fast, while other seem to sit ?? . The reason just might be an unrealistic seller
We are in a housign market of extremes and have been for a long time
Hello and welcome! We are Caprika Realty! Finding and purchasing a home that will meet your needs is a significant and often stressful time. Our goal is to make this transition as smooth as possible. We are experts in the area, and once we learn what it is that you’re looking for, finding your dream home is simple.
We have gone ahead and recorded several short videos to help get you ready for our first meeting. Please take a look at the list of videos and watch the videos that are most applicable to you an
Home buying initial consultation intro
Hello and welcome! We are Caprika Realty! Finding and purchasing a home that will meet your needs is a significant and often stressful time. Our goal is to make this transition as smooth as possible. We are experts in the area, and once we learn what it is that you’re looking for, finding your dream home is simple.
We have gone ahead and recorded several short videos to help get you ready for our first meeting. Please take a look at the list of videos and watch the videos that are most applicable to you an
Can my parents help me with my down payment to buy a home - Gift funds explained
Are you thinking about using money from a relative to go towards the purchase of a home? Let's talk about what you need to make this happen! My buddy Chris Boston is will help us break it down.
One way to get a lower intrest rate on your loan is to pay discount points
Not stoked about the interest rate for you mortgage to purchase your home? Did you know you may be able to purchase a lower interest rate? My buddy Chris Boston took some time to chat with me about discount points... You may want to check it out.
What do i need to bring to settelment day when buying a home
Are you wondering what you need to bring to the closing table when you purchase your home? Let's talk!
what is title insurance - home buyer FAQ
[Attention Buyers!!]
There is something you need to know about the required title insurance you have to purchase when you buy a home!
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