Buying Process and Guide

TIPS for Finding Your Dream Home

First, know the market and prepare yourself for what you need to do to compete with other buyers looking for a similar home as you are.
1 PREPARE LIKE A PRO
Create a list of “must-have’s” and “nice-to-have’s”.
2 KNOW YOUR PRICE RANGE
Get pre-qualified so you can move fast.
3 FIND THE RIGHT REALTOR®
Connect with an agent when you are ready.
4 SEARCH ON-THE-GO
Be the first to know about potential listings
5 MAKE AN ATTRACTIVE OFFER
Be creative to help your offer stand out.

THE BUYING PROCESS

The buying process can be a bumpy road to travel. I will be an invaluable source of knowledge, contacts and advice, helping you turn the process of buying a piece of property, into a successful search for a home that’s right for you.
STEP 1

CONSULTATION

Help me to thoroughly understand your needs, then enter into an agency relationship:
  • Buyers Agency Acknowledgement Form
  • Buyers Exclusive Agency Agreement
  • Working with a Realtor™
  • Fintrac Form
STEP 2

THE SEARCH

Once you’ve established financial qualification and deposit requirements, tour and view properties that fit your criteria, until you find your dream home!
STEP 3

FIND YOUR DREAM HOME

So you’ve found your Dream Home! What next? I will assist you with deciding on key elements of your offer: Price, Deposit Amount, Dates and Subject Clauses /Conditions.
STEP 4

THE OFFER

I will prepare your written Contract of Purchase and Sale, and then present and negotiate your offer to purchase.
STEP 5

DUE DILIGENCE

HOME DOCUMENTS
  • Inspection
  • Title Search
  • Property Disclosure
  • Environmental
  • Home/Fire Insurance
REVIEW STRATA DOCUMENTS
  • Form B
  • Strata Minutes and By-laws
  • Financial Statements
  • Engineers Report
  • Registered Strata Plan
  • Depreciation Reports
STEP 6

REMOVE SUBJECTS

Exciting day! Submit deposit and select a Lawyer/Notary to complete the closing documentation. Arrange for movers, transfer utilities, insurance, forward mail, etc. Visit Lawyer/ Notary to sign closing documentation.
STEP 7

COMPLETION

Money and Title are exchanged on your behalf.
STEP 8

POSSESSION

Receive the keys to your new home!

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