Services for Comox Valley Home Buyers
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Congratulations! You have decided to purchase a home. You'll be joining the ranks of hundreds of families who realize that home ownership offers a number of benefits including building equity, saving for the future, and creating an environment for your family. When you own your own home, your hard-earned dollars contribute to your mortgage. The equity you earn is yours. Over time, your home will increase in value. With your approval, here are some of the steps that will be taken to assist you in the purchase of a residential property: - Establish your requirements and expectations with the purchase of a residential property.
- Provide knowledgeable information on financing alternatives and assist in obtaining mortgage financing, if required.
- Provide up-to-date information on market activity.
- Provide information on homes in your price range, and arrange personal showings of properties of interest.
- Provide information on municipal services, zoning, permit requirements and other land use issues.
- Provide information on insurance requirements, closing costs and procedures, taxes, and utility costs.
- Provide a "Property Disclosure Statement" on a home so that you have complete information about it's condition and "latent defects".
- Prepare a contract of Purchase and Sale and present this "offer" to the seller.
- Communicate between you and the seller with offers, monitor closing, and track time deadlines.
- Provide information on services which compliment your purchase: Appraisal, home inspection services, legal, contractors, permits, etc.
In the following reports, you'll find some information you need to make a wise buying decision. You'll find a host of informative articles on mortgages, viewing homes, the offer, closing details and moving. Contact me if you have any questions about buying a home in the Comox Valley or elsewhere on Vancouver Island.
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Avoid Common Buyer Errors
Some buyers, however, caught up in the excitement of buying a new home tend to overlook some items. When you have a systematic plan before you shop, you’ll be sure to avoid these costly errors. Here are some tips on making the most of your home purchase.
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Buying Your First Home
Many renters are starting to think about purchasing a home of their own. This article highlights several factors that should be considered when purchasing a home.
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Costs of Buying a Home
Upfront costs you may encounter when buying a home.
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The Right Home at the Right Price
This article helps you become a savvy buyer, by pointing out some of the pitfalls inherent in the home-buying process.
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But Do You Need It
Buying a home can be an emotional, time-consuming, and complex process. There are a few things that you can do to help make the process go as smooth as possible.
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