It is time to sign the paperwork and the keys are yours. Welcome Home! Remember that, even though the deal is done, Gail is available for any follow up questions. Her favorite part of the deal is when the keys are handed over to the new homeowners, knowing that she has given her all to make sure the experience was as easy as possible. She looks forward to assisting you or your friends in any future real estate ventures. Thank you!
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Step 4 – Make an Offer
If your offer is accepted, during this period, you will get an appraisal, title search and exam, home inspection and homeowners insurance. Gail will be there to help you every step of the way. If everything goes well you will be closing on your new home soon.
Step 3 – Contact Gail
Find some properties that you want to take a look at or need more information on, just give Gail a call or send her an email. She will be happy to set up time to show you the property or answer any of your questions.
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Step 2 – Search for Properties
Ok, so you’re ready to start looking. You can search every property in Sarasota and all of Florida for that matter. When you find a home that interests you let me know (Step 3). Below are some tools to help in your search.
Our User Friendly Property Search Website
This website is great for searching online on your desktop, laptop or mobile device. You can save searches and will be notified when something new becomes available using the criteria you entered.
Mobile Apps
iPhone, iPad, and Android Users:
My MLS App is available as a free application download from the App StoreTM or Google PlayTM Store.
Blackberry and Windows Phone Users:
My MLS App can be accessed by utilizing the web-based version available at:
To add me as your agent enter the following when asked to enter the Agent ID: 281504583
Step 1 – Get Pre-Approved
Getting pre-approved gives you an estimate of how much you can borrow and puts you in a better position to buy. To get pre-approved for a loan, you need to know your:
- Cash available for a down payment
- Cash available for closing costs
- Current income
- Job status
- Estimated assets
- Estimated debts
We have a couple of Financial Calculators available to help you determine the best price range for you to start searching for your new home.
Next Step
Step 5
STEP 5
Call Gail and set showings, see properties,compare and make offers..Gail will help you get financing and than you can move on to
closing the deal…
Close the Deal
You’ll be signing lots of papers, including:
- The settlement statement
- Title insurance
- The sales contract
- The down payment and closing costs
- Homeowners’ insurance
- The title or deed to the property
During this period, you’ll get an appraisal, title search and exam, home inspection and homeowners insurance. If all goes well, you’ll sign the paperwork and the keys are yours!
Enjoy all your new home has to offer! You’ve done a lot of research, decision making and waiting by the time you reach this point.Now it’s time to enjoy!
STEP 4
Saving Pre-Defined Searches
Just as you can save properties, you can save a search. No need to come back daily and search for new listings. Let our website do it for you. Simply perform a regular search using any of our search interfaces. Once your results appear, click the ‘Save Search’ button at the top of the screen. This will automatically save your search, and send you new listing announcements when new property becomes available matching your search criteria.
You can save multiple searches with various criteria. Clicking the ‘My Saved Searches’ button on your user menu bar will allow you to edit, rename, and schedule your e-mail delivery options