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08/02/2017
deciding to buy a home
08/02/2017

STEP ONE: DECIDING TO BUY A HOME

If you’re thinking of buying a home, it’s essential to take the time to think about your motivations and determine whether you are ready to enter the real estate market.

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08/01/2017
homebuyer affordability guidelines
08/01/2017

STEP TWO: AFFORDABILITY GUIDELINES

Start your home search with an honest assessment of what you can comfortably spend by using the Victoria Carter Team affordability guidelines.

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07/31/2017
getting organized for your home search
07/31/2017

STEP THREE: GETTING ORGANIZED FOR YOUR HOME SEARCH

Creating a wish list, nice-to-have list and house features list help with getting organized before your home search begins.

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07/30/2017
partnering with the right real estate agent
07/30/2017

STEP FOUR: PARTNERING WITH THE RIGHT REAL ESTATE AGENT

When selecting a realtor, there are many important considerations, and you will need to spend time to develop a strong relationship with the realtor you choose.

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07/29/2017
research housing markets
07/29/2017

STEP FIVE: EVALUATING DIFFERENT COMMUNITIES AND TAKING TIME TO RESEARCH HOUSING MARKETS

After considering the communities you would be interested in, now it is time to narrow the search to find your new home.

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07/28/2017
finding the right home
07/28/2017

STEP SIX: STAYING FOCUSED ON FINDING THE RIGHT HOME

When you are in the process of finding a home, there are two primary characteristics of a successful house-hunting experience – staying focused on exactly what you want and exposing yourself to the maximum number of suitable properties.

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07/27/2017
deciding on the right home
07/27/2017

STEP SEVEN: DECIDING ON THE RIGHT HOME FOR YOU

Choosing a home to purchase is the critical phase of your search – make sure the house is right for you before deciding to buy. Consider your wish list, the location, and the price when making your final decision.

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07/26/2017
home offer
07/26/2017

STEP EIGHT: PUTTING IN AN OFFER FOR A HOME

Homes often sell for negotiated figures that are below the asking price – sometimes considerably below, so give serious consideration to your initial offer.

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07/25/2017
home purchase contract
07/25/2017

STEP NINE: NAVIGATING THE HOME PURCHASE CONTRACT

The contract specifies the terms of the sale and the rights and obligations of the buyer and the seller. A well-written document protects both parties, while a poorly drafted contract can cause serious problems.

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07/24/2017
mortgage
07/24/2017

STEP TEN: OBTAINING A MORTGAGE

The mortgage application process can be confusing and intimidating, especially to first-time purchasers, but today’s market offers homebuyers more options than ever before.

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07/23/2017
close on your new home
07/23/2017

STEP ELEVEN: PREPARING TO CLOSE ON YOUR NEW HOME

There’s a lot to do in the weeks leading up to the closing on a home, so systematic organization is a must. Proper scheduling can reduce stress and prevent mistakes and delays.

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07/22/2017
moving into your new home
07/22/2017

STEP TWELVE: PLANNING FOR MOVING DAY

You made it! The day has finally arrived and you’ll be moving into your new home. There are plenty of logistics to consider, so here are some important planning tips.

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Victoria F. Carter

The Victoria Carter Group
Cell: (973) 220-3050
victoria@victoriacarter.com

Broker/Sales Associate
Weichert, Realtors
505 Millburn Avenue
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Office: (973) 376-6748

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