Why Use a Realtor to Buy Your Home?
Buying a home is one of life’s biggest investments, both personally and financially. Real estate transactions can be complex and involve a lot of specific negotiations — not only for prices, but also inspections, appraisals, and other time-restricted items. That’s why it’s vital to simplify the home buying process as much as possible.
Erin Yabroudy & Associates understands the market, client’s needs, and the buying process inside out. With over $60 million in sales during 2016 across 100+ transactions ranging from 1 bedroom rentals to multimillion-dollar properties, we believe in bringing expert guidance to each client based on their individual needs.
Erin Yabroudy & Associates has built its business based on concierge-level service, which means your Realtor is here for you every step of the way — from getting pre-approved for a loan and helping you define your search, to negotiating on your behalf and coordinating all aspects of the closing process.
Strong industry connections to simplify the home buying process
We have strong connections with leading home inspectors, interior designers, and other contractors. Concierge service means we help you contact them, attend appointments, arrange access to the property, and help schedule work before and after closing.
As a team, we utilize our personal networks as well as Harry Norman’s network, market data, social media, email marketing, and many other strategies to keep our clients at the head of the market.
In today’s real estate market, you need a professional by your side to protect and guide you all the way to ownership. As a buyer, your Realtor’s commission is paid by the seller so make sure you are paired with a great realtor!
Loan
There’s no need to be intimidated by the home loan process! Erin Yabroudy & Associates is here to make it as smooth as possible with this infographic that walks through what to expect during the loan process.
Breakdown of the loan process
Before you start looking at houses you will want to connect with lenders. When you have found a lender or loan product that sounds appealing to you, get pre-qualified! Your lender will tell you what documents they will need so you can get those items ready to send. Once you start touring homes you may be surprised and fall in love with one very quickly. If you are pre-qualified, you will be prepared to make an offer on your dream home! As always — communication is key. Your lender will appreciate quick responses to their requests. This will ensure you are in the best possible place to get the home you want.
As always — communication is key. Your lender will appreciate quick responses to their requests. This will ensure you are in the best possible place to get the home you want.
At Erin Yabroudy & Associates, we help our clients through every step of this process to ensure they make it to their closing date as smoothly as possible! Plus, we work with some great lenders whom we would love to recommend!
The Search
Once you’ve completed the loan process, it’s now time to begin the search.
Breakdown of the home search process
Your Erin Yabroudy & Associates agent kicks off this phase by setting up a customized home search portal in the multiple listing service so you can review and assess properties on the market together. Next, you and your agent will schedule showings of properties that fit your parameters. Your agent will help you focus your search and pinpoint the best options for you.
Your Erin Yabroudy & Associates agent utilizes their vast personal and professional networks — including all agents in Harry Norman — to find your next home. Our concierge-level service means we go above and beyond for our clients. Looking for a condo in a specific building or single family home in a neighborhood with low inventory? We use our social media, e-blast marketing, and direct mailers to connect with thousands of Atlanta agents and owners in targeted areas.
Contract to Closing
You’re under contract — now what?
This infographic walks through what homebuyers can expect in the contract to closing process. Keep this guide handy and ask your Erin Yabroudy & Associates Realtor if you have any questions about the timeline.
Breakdown of the contract to closing process
Part one is the due diligence period, in which you will have the home inspected and your Erin Yabroudy & Associates Realtor will negotiate items to be addressed from that inspection.
Part two is the appraisal contingency period, in which the bank will determine a value on the home and the financial contingency, in which your lender goes to work to get the loan approved by your closing date.
You and your phone will be busy during this period. Time is of the essence, and regular communication between you, your lender, your Realtor, and the closing attorney is vital. Your Erin Yabroudy & Associates Realtor will help you coordinate and complete all aspects of this process.