ASSEMBLE YOUR TEAM It's important to have a trusted partner to help you navigate the buying process. Eva will get to know you and your needs, connecting you with the right resources and setting you up for success.
APPLY FOR LOAN PRE-APPROVAL Connect with a recommended lender or mortgage broker to understand the details of how you’ll finance your new home. You’ll know exactly how much you can afford, and you'll need a pre-approval in hand to offer on any property you find.
DETERMINE YOUR DIRECTION Before you start looking at homes, you need to have a clear idea of what you’re looking for: Where do you want to live? How many bedrooms do you need? What condition can you manage? The answers to key questions will help you focus on the right homes for your search.

START LOOKING ONLINENearly 95% of buyers these days begin their home search online. Eva can help you navigate the Northwest Multiple Listing System (MLS), which aggregates nearly every listed home throughout the region. You can also use sites like Zillow and Trulia to search for homes. When you find one you like, it’s time to schedule a tour.
VISIT OPEN HOUSES At the beginning of your search, cruising Open Houses can help give you a sense of what various neighborhoods, home styles, and price points offer. This useful information can help you craft the right search parameters and understand the market you're in.
SCHEDULE TOURS As soon as a prospective home comes up, it's time to tour with Eva! Timely, private tours will give you a sense of the property and its condition, market context, and best next steps. 

Due Diligence In our competitive market, it can be tempting to skip research and contingencies to speed into a house you love. Since Washington is a "buyer beware" state, it's critical to review all the background information on any home to make sure it's right for you. Inspect and Scope No matter the amount of competition, it's vital to have a licensed professional inspect the structure and systems of any home. With the findings in hand, Eva can help you consider your options for making the right offer that balances improvement costs with a competitive approach. Make the Offer Eva will walk you through the typical contracts and process used to buy a home in the Seattle area. Based on the specifics of the home, market context, and your financial situation, she will help you employ the best strategy to be successful.

Submit Earnest Money Once your offer has been accepted, it’s time to take care of the details. You'll deposit your earnest money (typically 2-5% of purchase price) as a "good faith" deposit to escrow; it is refundable in the event of contingency-based contract termination, and goes toward your down payment.Engage with Escrow and Lender A neutral third-party escrow company will facilitate the transaction, holding key documents and payments in trust until all requirements for the sale have been met by both sides. You will also complete forms for your lender and purchase home insurance to help secure your home loan. Sign Documents and Submit Down Payment In the few days leading up to closing, you will do a final walk-through, submit your remaining down payment + closing costs, and sign documents with escrow (or a mobile notary).

Receive Keys The fun part! After closing, you’ll receive the keys to your property and take possession of the home.Move In It’s time to get settled in... If needed, Eva can connect you with trusted contractors for home repairs or updates, plus resources for moving. Update Address and Utilities Make sure your mailing address is updated with the post office, banks, doctors, etc., and open accounts with the correct utility providers for your area.