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Time To Go House Hunting!
With an agent in place and finances prepared, it’s time to shop.
Explore
Drive the neighborhoods, review listings online, and ask your agent to schedule showings for properties of interest. Discuss long-term resale and market dynamics with your agent as you view homes.
Narrow Your Search
Work with your agent to set clear criteria: bedrooms and bathrooms, yard size, school zoning, and other priorities. Clear criteria help focus viewings and shorten the search timeline.
It’s Time to Buy
When you find the right property, your agent will prepare a competitive offer based on market analysis. Offers address price, contingencies, warranties, escrow, and title arrangements. Your agent will advise on protective contingencies, local practices, and negotiation strategy—but the final terms are your decision.
When you are ready to get started, call us at 239.351.2880 or complete this short form and one of our agents will be in touch.
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Tips For Buying The Perfect Home
Don’t Max Out Your Budget
Approval for a maximum loan amount does not mean you should spend it all. Reserve funds for closing costs, taxes, repairs, and initial maintenance.
Get To Know The Area
Assess commute time, schools, shopping, and long-term resale potential. Neighborhood fit affects livability and asset value.
Don’t Skip The Inspection
Inspections surface issues you won’t see on a walkthrough and inform negotiation and budgeting decisions.
Get Pre-Approved
Pre-approval signals to sellers you are serious and ready to move forward.
Make a List of Deal Breakers
Know what you can live with and what you cannot live without and also those things that can be taken care of with a simple remodel. If you need a 4 bedroom home, don't buy one with 2 that requires a massive addition which can break your budget.
Look At The Age Of Appliances & Other Systems
Some of the most expensive features of a home are Appliances, HVAC, Hot Water Heater, Septic/Well, and Roof. You should pay attention to their age and whether they have required service. You may even be able to get the seller to add a home warranty.
Check For HOA Requirements
Most neighborhoods have HOAs that govern what you can and can't do - be sure you know what the rules are for your neighborhood, and the fees associated with having an HOA. They are usually listed as annual fees.
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What Price Range Can I Afford?
Resources For Naples Home Buyers
The journey to homeownership starts by understanding how much you can afford. One major thing to consider is your down payment, if any. Many consumers believe it's impossible to buy a home without at least 20 percent down. But thanks to various government-sponsored programs, many people can now buy a house with as little as 3.5 percent toward a down payment. Veterans of the U.S. military have zero-down programs available.
Finding a knowledgable Mortgage Loan Officer is key to recieving the most up-to-date information on available lending options. Feel free to check out or vetted list of preffered lenders below - or, if you just want to run some quick rough numbers, check out our free mortgage calculator.
Areas We Serve
- Naples
- Bonita Springs
- Estero
- Fort Myers
- Cape Coral
- Lehigh Acres
Soon to be servicing Sarasota and surrounding areas.