Buyer Information
How We Can Help Before You Start Looking
Closing Costs
- Assure that you see all the properties in the area that meet your criteria.
- Guide you through the entire home buying process, from finding homes to look at, to getting the best financing.
- Make sure you don't pay too much for your new home and help you avoid costly mistakes.
- Answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.
- FREE Personal Home Search Website, custom designed and updated daily directly from the MLS, displaying only the homes meeting your specific criteria. Contact The Powell Team today or Complete This Form to get your website today! If you prefer, you can also Get Listing Information By Email.
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MOVING TO THE AREA? We understand the questions and concerns of newcomers to the area, and would love to help you make a smooth transition to your new home. Contact The Powell Team to receive your FREE relocation package.
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LOOKING FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION? Put our experience working for local and national homebuilders, and our knowledge of the homebuilding process to work for you. We will assist you in finding a quality builder in the price range and neighborhood you desire.
Whether buying your first home, moving up, or downsizing, we will listen to your wants and needs to successfully find your ideal home.
Before You Start Looking For Your New Home:
- Check your Credit Rating by requesting your FREE Annual Credit Report once every 12 months from each of the nationwide consumer credit reporting companies: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Straighten out any errors before its too late.
- Determine a comfortable monthly budget for your new purchase, including down payment and monthly payment.
- Find a Loan Program that meets your needs and get pre-qualified (preferably pre-approved).
- Choose a REALTOR® that you trust and who understands your needs.
- Determine what neighborhood best matches your needs.
- Identify important features you need your new home to have.
- Lender fees include charges for loan processing, underwriting, preparation, loan origination fee and establishing an escrow account.
- Third-party fees include charges for your closing attorney, first year of homeowner's insurance, title search, and inspections such as structural, mechanical or wood destroying insect.
- Government fees include deed recording and state & local mortgage taxes.
- Escrow and interest fees include homeowner's insurance, loan interest, real estate taxes, and possibly private mortgage insurance.
Contact Us to find out how much your closing costs could be.
