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BUYING MADE SIMPLE!

 

Kelly is ranked in the top 6% of all buyer agents in Hampton Roads for closed sales.  She has the experience to get you the best value for your home, under terms that are favorable to you.

My Personal Pledge of Performance
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Because I am committed to preparing you to be an educated buyer, I will:
 
  • give you the most vital information on available homes
 
  • keep you aware of changes in the real estate market
 
  • check applicable zoning and building restrictions
 
  • disclose all known facts about properties I show you
 
  • collect pertinent data on values, taxe, etc.
 
  • point out strengths and weaknesses of all properties you choose to view
 
  • prepare, carefully review, and explain any sales contract (including builder contracts)
 

Because I am committed to helping you save time, I will:
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  • provide ready access to all MLS listed properties
 
  • assist you as needed on all unlisted properties
 
  • help you select for viewing only those homes that fit your needs
 
  • show you homes only in the price range most suited to your finances
 
  • provide you a list of qualified attorneys, home inspectors or other service providers
 
  • arrange for necessary property inspections
 

Because I am committed to helping you find the best value, I will:
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  • perform a market analysis on chosen properties
 
  • provide you a list of qualified lenders to discuss financing alternatives
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  • advise on offers on properties
 
  • write and present your purchase agreement to the seller' agent
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  • negotiate diligently on your behalf
 
Because I am committed to you – my buyer – I will do all of this – PLUS:
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  • keep your personal information confidential at all times

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  • stay in touch with you from the day you start your search until the day you close

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  • continue to be available to you after you close on your home

9 Simple Steps to Buying Your Home
 
1.  Get pre-approved for a mortgage.  It is important to know what you are qualified to buy and your comfort level of mortgage payment prior to touring homes.

2.  Get connected with a buyer’s agent that you trust to be your advocate during the home buying process.  Your buyer’s agent will work with you from the start of your home purchasing process until the finish.

3.  Tour homes with your agent.  Also utilize other avenues for information.  It is often helpful to drive around and check out neighborhoods that you are unfamiliar with.  If you see a home that you would like more information about, call your buyer’s agent.  (The agent on the sign works for the seller.)
 
4.  Write the offer.  Your buyer's agent will research your market area to ensure you will present the best possible offer.  You will be asked to put an earnest money deposit down.  This is kind of like a security deposit when you rent an apartment.  Once the offer has been accepted, the money will be placed into an escrow account and it will be applied towards your purchase.  But, if you choose to terminate the contract through no fault of the seller, the seller can keep this deposit.

5.  Complete the home inspection if you have chosen to have one.  You may also have a termite inspection completed at this time.

6.  Your bank will send an appraiser to the house to determine the home's value as well as to do an inspection of the property. 

7.  Your settlement company will order a title search of your home.

8.  Do the final walk through.

9.  CLOSE!  You are a home owner!​
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Here are a few useful phone numbers to help you with your move.

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Please call me at 757-348-7853 if you need assistance with buying a home.

"Every home is...

   Someone's perfect pearl."

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