15 Steps to Buying Real Estate
🐝 Together, We Make It Happen!
Buying a home is an exciting journey, and having the right guidance makes all the difference.
At 🐝 BRealEstate.net, we walk you through every step with clarity, confidence, and care—so
You always know what to expect.
Step 1: 🐝 Ready to Buy!
Before you start your home search, make sure you’re prepared both financially and emotionally and fully what your home needs truly are—so the journey is smooth and exciting!
Step 2: 🐝 Get Financially Prepared
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Mortgage Buyers:
Obtain a pre-approval from a Bank or Mortgage Broker -
Cash Buyers:
Proof of funds required -
Typical Down Payments:
House/Condo: 3–5% (based on credit, debt, and income)
Land: ~25% -
Closing Costs would include:
Attorney fees, title insurance, prepaid taxes, homeowners insurance, and inspection fees
Step 3: 🐝 Meet Your Real Estate Broker or Agent
Meet with Bonnie Sue Bevans or Malina McNamara of 🐝 BRealEstate.net to define your goals, budget, preferred locations, and must-have features.
Step 4: 🐝 Begin the Home Search
Together, we’ll tour properties, evaluate options, and compare homes that align with your needs and lifestyle.
Step 5: 🐝 Understand the Market
🐝BRealEstate.net will review comparable sales, listing history, active properties, and market trends in Litchfield and Fairfield Counties so you can make informed decisions.
Step 6: 🐝 Make Your Move! Prepare and Submit Your Offer
Your offer package includes:
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Signed purchase contract
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Required disclosures
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Pre-approval letter or proof of funds
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Initial deposit to the appropriate escrow account
Step 7: 🐝 Negotiate with Confidence
🐝 BRealEstate.net will handle all the details and fight for your best terms—so you get the deal you want, without the stress. In today’s competitive market, strong strategy and quick action are key & makes all the difference to closing.
Step 8: 🐝 Offer Accepted 🎉
Once accepted, the deposit is delivered to the listing Broker or Seller’s Attorney’s Escrow Account.
Step 9: 🐝 Contract Distribution
🐝 BRealEstate.net will make sure all executed contracts and documents are shared with you, your attorney, and your lender—keeping everyone on the same page and your home-buying journey buzzing smoothly!
Step 10: 🐝 Inspections & Appraisal
Building, septic, and well inspections are completed, along with the appraisal-any issues?
No worries! 🐝 BRealEstate.net will negotiate repairs or credits so your home buying journey keeps buzzing along.
Step 11: 🐝 You’re Almost There
Take a deep breath—everything is coming together.
Step 12: 🐝 Remove Contingencies
Inspections look good? Everything’s on track? Time to remove contingencies and send your second deposit keeping Your Home Buying Journey Buzzing Along Smoothly!
Once inspections are satisfactory, contingencies are removed and the second deposit is submitted.
Step 13: 🐝 Clear to Close
Everything is lining up! The title is clear, the property appraisers at value, your taxes are paid, Insurance is in place, and the lender has given final approval. You are officially Buzzing toward the finish line!
Step 14: 🐝 Prepare for Closing
Get ready for the big day! Transfer your utilities. 🐝 BRealEstate.net will make sure everything goes smoothly so You Can Buzz into Your New Home with Confidence and Ease!
Step 15: 🐝 Closing Day 🔑
It’s the Moment You’ve Been Waiting For! Complete a final walk-through, bring your ID and checkbook for any unexpected costs, wire any required funds, sign all documents at the attorneys office, and receive the Keys to Your New Home!
🎉 Congratulations, Homeowner! 🐝
You’ve successfully completed the 15 Steps to Buying Real Estate
Enjoy Your New Home!
From the first showing to closing day, 🐝 BRealEstate.net guided you every step of the way
🐝 Together, We Made It Happen. 🏡✨
Welcome to your next chapter!
Bonnie Sue Bevans & Malina McNamara 🐝 BRealEstate.net
Serving Litchfield & Fairfield Counties
From the First Showing to Closing Day— 🐝 Together, We Make It Happen!