Buyers: The Home Buyers Guide
Your essential guide to home buying success, without the stress!
My Promise to You
Home buyers have many questions and concerns. Working with me gives you the peace-of-mind that I’m available anytime to provide answers and direction. Other advantages include:
- Access to up-to-date comparative market analysis and assessments.
- Understanding of current markets, based on local knowledge, the latest data, and our extensive experience.
- Provide recommendations for financing, preferred lenders, insurance, home inspectors, and other related services.
- Local, national, and international reach.
- Access to industry knowledge, tools, marketing channels, plus company and personal networks.
If you need more detailed information or have specific questions, feel free to ask!
- I will always be truthful and trustworthy.
- I will be transparent about my training, experience, and services.
- I will always give you my honest assessment, and not be misleading in any way.
- I abide by the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics.
- I will maintain complete confidentiality with all personal and sensitive information disclosed to me.
- I will openly disclose the commissions I may receive in any business transaction.
- I will disclose any conflict of interests or personal connections with parties involved in business dealings.
- I am committed to working for your best interest.
- I will always give you my very best advice, and I will be up-front with you if I believe that you are making a bad decision.
- I will offer you my professional recommendations, but I will always respect your decisions on how to proceed.
- I will not pressure you to make an offer you’re not happy with.
- You can expect regular, clear, and close communication with me throughout the process, from preparing to search for properties to moving into your new home.
- I will ensure that you understand all stages of a property purchase, what to expect, along with all the paperwork you need to sign.
- We will allow adequate time to read and understand everything so that you feel completely comfortable every step of the way.
Home Buying Process
Consultation
In this first stage, I seek to fully understand your buying requirements and your motivations. We’ll check on your non-negotiables as well as your wishlist, before taking a closer look at neighborhoods you’re interested in. There are some common mistakes to avoid, plus we’ll discuss what needs to be done when, and how it all fits into your preferred timeline.
AREAS WE WILL COVER
- Answering your initial questions
- Assessment and establishing goals
- Preparing to purchase a new home
- Ways to avoid common mistakes
- Things to do and time frames
Financials
Here’s where we’ll cover all your financial considerations, including your equity and mortgage requirements, plus the costs you can expect when buying a home. Getting pre-approval from a lender will place you in a strong position for making offers. I’ll provide a detailed analysis of recent local sales and comparative listings, so you can become market savvy.
AREAS WE WILL COVER
- Your current financial position
- What expenses you are likely to incur
- Credit and financial checks
- How to become ‘pre-approved’
- What type of loan will suit you best
The House Hunt
Implementing a rigorous strategy for finding homes in your target market includes online research as well as accessing MLS and my industry networks. We’ll arrange open house visits and viewings of the most promising homes, along with advice on how to assess each property. I will recommend trusted home inspectors to ensure you’re getting the best advice.
AREAS WE WILL COVER
- Market conditions, demand & supply
- Online research
- Open homes & viewings
- Exterior and interior assessments
- Home inspections
The Deal
When you have settled on a property you like, together we will craft an offer, including appropriate contingencies. Following successful negotiation, inspections will be arranged and financing can be finalized. All contingency conditions must be met before closing. I’ll help ensure all the legal requirements are fulfilled to make closing go smoothly.
AREAS WE WILL COVER
- Writing and presenting an offer
- Negotiation: flexible vs non-flexible!
- What happens Under Contract
- Contingencies & walkthroughs
- Closing the deal
Final Steps
Your final tasks are to finish up at your current address, notify a change of address then get ready to move. Being well prepared and some clever packing will make moving in easier! I’ll be available for any last-minute issues, and be ready to celebrate with you when you finally move into your new home. Congratulations, you done it!
AREAS WE WILL COVER
- Final documentation
- Utilities and accounts
- Change of address notifications
- Packing tips and tricks
- Moving checklist
“Meghan was absolutely amazing!!! We are first time home buyers and she made this experience super easy. She answered any questions we had no matter the time and always made sure we knew what was happening every step of the way. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”
Zillow Reviews
Get Updates And Stay Connected!
Each office is independently owned and operated
Meghan Kanno
Georgia License #: 419231
Alabama License #: 147119
Meghan Kanno at Keller Williams Realty River Cities
Contact Information
- Mobile: (706) 392-1517
- Office: (706) 221-6900
- mail: meghan.kanno@kw.com
EXPLORE PROPERTIES
Each office is independently owned and operated
Meghan Kanno
Georgia License #: 419231
Alabama License #: 147119
Meghan Kanno at Keller Williams Realty River Cities
Contact Information
- Mobile: (706) 392-1517
- Office: (706) 221-6900
- mail: meghan.kanno@kw.com