Six Steps to Buy A House

Working with an experienced and dedicated real estate broker before you get started will help you all along the way. Learn about the brokers at 2 By 2 Real Estate Solutions and hire one.

Meet the Band of Brokers

Hire a Real Estate Broker

Get Pre- Approved
Look at houses
Make An Offer
Inspection & Appraisal
Step 6 Get Keys
Get Keys

Before you choose a real estate broker, ask plenty of questions about:

Just like choosing your broker, the lender you work with is very important.

Armed with knowing how much you afford, start looking for a home:

  • Your real estate broker will suggest properties
  • Look at online real estate platforms
  • Attend open houses and new construction models
  • Social Media
  • Networking

The next step is to write an offer with advice from your broker about these key points.

  • Exterior: Roof, Siding, Foundation & Crawl
  • Interior: Walls, ceilings, doors, windows, attic
  • Plumbing: Water heater, filtration, faucets, drains, pipes, toilets, tubs, showers
  • Electrical: panels, wiring, outlets, switches, covers, lightbulbs
  • Heating: furnace, heat pump, a/c units, wall units
  • Safety: smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, hand rails

Structural Inspection

A home inspection is a non-invasive visual examination of the following, and inspectors may recommend further evaluation by specialists for issues beyond the scope of a general inspection.

Appraisal

An appraisal assesses a property’s condition, determines fair market value, identifies hazards, and evaluates functional utility, safety, and adherence to Minimum Property Standards in a detailed report outlines for the lender.

  • Property Evaluation: structural integrity, safety, and habitability of the home
  • Health and Safety Requirements: may require correction before the FHA loan can be approved
  • Property Valuation: determines the fair market value of the property based on comparable sales
  • Functional Utility: examining the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and overall livability
  • Documentation and Reporting: Findings are documented into a report for the lender to make loan approval decisions.

Get keys!

The week before the sale is closed and recorded, there are many details to keep track of. From finding boxes and moving vans to signing documents and finances, your real estate broker will help you every step of the way.