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Budget and preapproval
Review payment tolerance, down payment, lender fees and reserves before visiting homes.
A structured process from search to closing
Make purchase decisions using financing limits, neighborhood context, property due diligence and carefully documented contingencies.
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Review payment tolerance, down payment, lender fees and reserves before visiting homes.
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Compare access, schools, potential rentals, property types and daily routines.
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Evaluate disclosures, title, inspection findings and the exact purchase contract deadlines.
Practical considerations
Confirm representation terms, seller disclosures, fixtures, financing conditions, earnest money and a realistic inspection plan.
Review snow access, slope/drainage, wildfire considerations, utilities, insurance, HOA rules and short-term rental restrictions.
Track appraisal, financing, contingency deadlines, final walkthrough and recording before possession.
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Compare the relevant community, property type and ownership context; check current original sources before acting on time-sensitive information.