The Home Shopping Process 
As your real estate agent, my most important job is to make the home shopping process pleasant and rewarding for you.
I do that in a number of ways.
I ask questions. I listen. And then I set you up in my MLS system, to receive listings according to your needs and wants. I make sure you don’t miss opportunities. When a desirable property suddenly comes on the market, you’re alerted. I will regularly recommend properties for viewing that I feel may be a good option for you, and are within your price range. That spares you the frustration of visiting homes that aren’t suitable.
Then I schedule showings on your behalf, and take you to see those homes. After viewing them, I provide you with in-depth details on the homes that tweaked your interest further, so you can make an informed decision. This includes closing dates, market value, and more. Later, if you have questions I’ll get the answers for you.
I also give you the scoop on the neighbourhood, so you get a clear sense of what an area is like in terms of lifestyle, amenities, safety, schools, etc.
When you find the home that you want to make yours, I give you my honest, professional recommendation as to how well the home meets your needs and wants. I also advise you of what I feel is a safe value range, in order to avoid overpayment. You won’t have to make such an important decision without my expert advice.
As your Realtor, I’m committed to getting you into the right home… Guiding You Home, the RIGHT Way!
Here are a few questions and ideas to consider when viewing homes to help make the process easier and more productive:
- Does the home meet your ‘needs’? Those features you must have? For example, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen size, etc.
- Does the home have any of your ‘wants’ features? Those things you’d like to have, but would be willing to forgo if necessary? For example, large backyard deck, fireplace, spacious family room, etc.
- What is the general condition of the home? Are there signs that the owners have kept up with repairs and maintenance?
- Will the home need any major repairs, remodeling or renovations? Are there any high ticket items, such as the furnace, that may need to be replaced soon?
- What do you like most about the home?
- Is there anything you don’t like about the home? Can that be changed simply enough with a remodeling or renovation now or in the future? Or is it an unchangeable?
- Take a walk around the neighbourhood. Are the homes well-kept, indicating pride of ownership?
- Do you like where the home is situated in the neighbourhood?
- Does the neighbourhood have what you want? For example, access to public transit, shopping, local parks, etc.
Viewing properties should never be a frustrating ordeal. It’s my job to help make the process easy and productive for you, so you can find the home you want. Most of my clients will tell you they actually enjoyed the experience with me!
Ready to get started? Call or email and let me know more about the kind of home you’re looking for. Or, submit the form below and I’ll get back to you.
