Guide to Buying a Home
advice by Kathy Murphy


Guide to buying a home has been prepared by Royal LePage Residential Real Estate to offer you practical information about the buying process.

Each month we will look at each step to follow you during your
 search for the ideal home.



Previously  -
Step 1 - Determine What you can Afford
Step 2 - Understanding Market Conditions

Step 3

Obtain a Pre-Approved Mortgage

Having a pre-approved mortgage will give you the confidene of knowing exactly what you can spend on a home before you start looking.  You will also be proteted against interest rate increases while you look for your new home.

Your Mortgage Specialist will answer your questions and help you determine which financing terms and options are right for you.  Your Mortgage Specialist and Realtor work as a team to help you find the right home and select the best financing.

Finalizing your Mortgage

Once you've found the home you want to purchase, there are some documents you'll probably be asked for in order to finalize your financing.  They will include:

  • a copy of the real estate listing of the property.  If the home is still to be built, the mortgage lender will need to see the architect's or builder's plans and details on lot size and location.
  • a copy of the offer to purchase or the building contract, if this document as been prepared.
  • documents to confirm employment, income and source of pre-approval.

If you have a pre-approved mortgage, it's a simple matter of finalizing a few details, which your Mortgage Specialist will explain to you.

Next month.... Step 4 The Major Elements of an Offer



Linda Belan
Mobile Mortgage Specialist

This information is provided by Kathy Murphy, your Royal LePage Key Realty Agent. 
Kathy says: "Why Wait!" Take advantage of fantastic interest rates, leveled home costs and home improvement government rebates! Let me help you find your dream home with a mortgage that can cost you less than rent!"

 


For more information and home buying advice contact Kathy today!

Kathy Murphy
519-330-4543

email:  kathymurphy@royalkey.ca