To prepare yourself for this moment, you need to know what to expect during the process. This step-by-step homebuyer’s guide will help reduce the stress of buying a home and help you enjoy the journey as much as possible.
Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but it can also come with questions and decisions. As your trusted Real Estate Advisor, I’m here to simplify the process and support you with expert guidance from start to finish. Whether it’s identifying the right neighborhoods to focus your search, understanding market trends, or navigating the final steps of closing, I’ll help you make confident, informed decisions every step of the way.
Before beginning your home search, it’s important to understand your budget and financing options. I can connect you with reputable, licensed lenders who will assess your financial readiness and buying power.
Being financially prepared sets the stage for a smoother transaction—especially in competitive markets.
Whether you have a specific area in mind or are exploring different neighborhoods, I’ll help you find the right location that fits your lifestyle, commute, and long-term goals.
Services I provide include:
With my local expertise, you’ll discover the communities and homes that truly match your needs.
When you find the home you want to make an offer on, I’ll help craft a compelling offer based on current market trends and local data.
We’ll review all aspects of the offer, including:
I can also recommend trusted professionals—home inspectors, real estate attorneys, and more—to support you in this phase. If the seller accepts, counters, or declines, I’ll guide you through your next steps.
Once your offer is accepted, the process accelerates. Here's what to expect:
If you're financing the purchase, your lender will require a copy of the signed contract to move forward. An independent appraiser will assess the property's market value.
After reviewing the appraisal and your financial documents, your lender will issue a Mortgage Commitment Letter, which is an essential milestone toward closing.
A day or two before closing, we’ll do a final walk-through to confirm that:
This ensures the property is in the agreed-upon condition before you officially take ownership, providing peace of mind before finalizing the purchase.
Before closing, your attorney and lender will provide a Closing Disclosure, outlining the final terms of your loan and all transaction costs including the loan terms, payments, taxes and other associated costs to the transaction. The title closer ensures clear title to the property.
At closing, you’ll:
Once your loan is funded (if applicable) and everything is finalized, you’ll receive the keys to your new home!
Whether you're a first-time buyer, upsizing/downsizing, or relocating, I'm here to make your home-buying journey smooth, informed, and enjoyable. Let’s connect and take the first step toward finding the perfect home—together.
Elana has an established network of craftsmen and home maintenance contacts that help make home buying and selling a seamless experience. Her strong marketing background allows her to leverage various channels to create the best strategy to market a client’s property.
