When it comes to purchasing a home, having a dedicated and experienced buyer’s agent can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and successful transaction. As a trusted Lake Tahoe realtor, my team and I are committed to guiding you through every step of the home buying process. From our initial consultation to the moment you receive the keys to your new home, we provide comprehensive support and expert advice.
Here are 50 essential actions I undertake to ensure your home-buying experience is seamless, rewarding, and most of all—successful.
- We will meet for a buyer consultation.
- Align on the best communication plan throughout the entire process.
- Encourage you to reach out to a lender for pre-approval and provide recommended lenders if requested.
- Collect market data and recent comparables in neighborhoods you’re interested in.
- We will complete a buyer questionnaire to understand your needs and objectives.
- If necessary, I will research off-market opportunities for you to find additional suitable inventory.
- Create a ‘Collection’ so you’re aware of listings that fit your criteria.
- Select properties to show you based on your criteria.
- Pull market trend data to understand what’s happening within the broader region.
- Coordinate showing appointments to gain access to desired listings.
- Learn relevant details and attributes of the properties shown, including the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, and acreage.
- Attend broker tours to view other available properties on the market.
- Stay connected to local buyers, sellers, and other agents to maintain a constant view of what drives the market.
- Reach out to agents with similar listings to understand traffic and buyer demand.
- Provide objective advice and help you evaluate the pros and cons of different properties.
- Prepare a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA).
- Understand the property’s current condition for negotiation purposes with the assistance of experts.
- Advise you on potential offer strategies that reflect current market conditions.
- Help you determine where to obtain HOA documents if needed.
- Review all transaction documents with you in advance of writing any offer.
- Review the disclosure package.
- Coordinate additional access to the property, if necessary.
- Assist in scheduling a meeting with your experts about desired improvements, including landscaping, painting, fixture updates, minor and major renovations, etc, if applicable.
- If requested, recommend vendors with the needed expertise to assist you on your specific request.
- Maintain consistent communication to provide market updates.
- Monitor any changes in the market to refine offer strategy and make needed updates (revising price, terms, etc.) accordingly.
- Explain the offer process, timeline, and recommended preparation.
- Align on offer strategy and prepare the offer on your behalf.
- Notify the listing agent you are submitting an offer.
- Advise and strategize with you on counteroffer response.
- Negotiate terms as needed with the listing broker and seller in writing
- Notify you when terms are agreed upon.
- Assist with the review of the final contract, disclosures, pre-qualification letter, and wiring instructions, if applicable.
- Coordinate the signing of the final agreement.
- Facilitate deposit of earnest money and down payments.
- Create and execute closing timeline and transaction review.
- Stay in close contact with all relevant parties through the next steps.
- Share the estimated timeline and all documents with the client and Attorney(s), if applicable.
- Coordinate and confirm inspection, and assist with negotiations post-inspection, if applicable.
- Coordinate and confirm that the appraisal has been received.
- Confirm loan approval has been received.
- Coordinate final walk-through and address issues that may arise by communicating with the seller’s agent.
- Remind you to order home warranty (if applicable).
- Remind you to order homeowners insurance and set up utilities.
- Request final closing figures from the closing agent (attorney or title company).
- Advise you to carefully review closing figures with the settlement service provider.
- Facilitate closing for you and the seller.
- Confirm recording of deed, if applicable.
- Transfer of keys and property access.
- Welcome you to your new home!
Purchasing a home is one of the most significant investments you will make, and having a local professional who is dedicated to your best interests is crucial. As your buyer’s agent, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and ensuring that every detail is meticulously handled. From our first meeting to closing day, our goal is to make your home-buying journey as stress-free and enjoyable as possible.
We look forward to working with you and helping you find your Lake Tahoe dream home. Get in touch today.
