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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional investments you’ll ever make, and having a seasoned professional by your side is essential. The right realtor brings not just guidance, but deep experience that can make all the difference, not only in finding the perfect home and neighborhood but also in ensuring you pay a fair and strategic price.
A knowledgeable agent offers more than just advice, they come equipped with trusted connections to inspectors, lenders, insurers, and contractors who help make your home-buying journey smooth and stress-free.
At The Christensen Group, our expertise goes far beyond what’s publicly listed. We have a pulse on the market, including access to off-market properties and early knowledge of homes about to be listed. We also bring a critical eye to the elements that truly affect value, like construction quality, materials, and craftsmanship. We take time to understand what matters most to you, and we guide you toward smart, informed choices that align with your goals.
When it’s time to make an offer, we advocate relentlessly on your behalf, negotiating the best price, managing inspections and escrow, and keeping your interests protected through closing. Our insight doesn’t stop there, we’ll also help you unlock your new home’s full potential, whether through design ideas, decorating advice, or renovation suggestions.
The reality is that hiring an inexperienced agent can be a costly mistake. Without a true understanding of market value or negotiation strategies, you could easily overpay by tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. Even agents on the seller’s side are more likely to respect and respond to an experienced buyer’s representative, giving you an edge that inexperienced agents simply can’t offer.
Deciding To Buy
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional investments you’ll ever make, and having a seasoned professional by your side is essential. The right realtor brings not just guidance, but deep experience that can make all the difference, not only in finding the perfect home and neighborhood but also in ensuring you pay a fair and strategic price.
A knowledgeable agent offers more than just advice, they come equipped with trusted connections to inspectors, lenders, insurers, and contractors who help make your home-buying journey smooth and stress-free.
At The Christensen Group, our expertise goes far beyond what’s publicly listed. We have a pulse on the market, including access to off-market properties and early knowledge of homes about to be listed. We also bring a critical eye to the elements that truly affect value, like construction quality, materials, and craftsmanship. We take time to understand what matters most to you, and we guide you toward smart, informed choices that align with your goals.
When it’s time to make an offer, we advocate relentlessly on your behalf, negotiating the best price, managing inspections and escrow, and keeping your interests protected through closing. Our insight doesn’t stop there, we’ll also help you unlock your new home’s full potential, whether through design ideas, decorating advice, or renovation suggestions.
The reality is that hiring an inexperienced agent can be a costly mistake. Without a true understanding of market value or negotiation strategies, you could easily overpay by tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. Even agents on the seller’s side are more likely to respect and respond to an experienced buyer’s representative, giving you an edge that inexperienced agents simply can’t offer.
Are you tired of paying rent? Have you decided to pay your own mortgage and not your landlord’s? Have you outgrown your current home? Are you looking for an investment portfolio? Are you looking for a rental property? Would you like a larger yard? Would you rather live in a different area? Do you want to shorten your commute? Having a clear sense of your reasons for buying will help you choose the right property.
Property ownership is an excellent investment; whether you are looking for your dream home, a rental property, or to expand your investment portfolio. Owning real estate is one of the least risky ways to build equity or to obtain a greater return on your initial investment.
PREPARING To Buy
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional investments you’ll ever make, and having a seasoned professional by your side is essential. The right realtor brings not just guidance, but deep experience that can make all the difference, not only in finding the perfect home and neighborhood but also in ensuring you pay a fair and strategic price.
A knowledgeable agent offers more than just advice, they come equipped with trusted connections to inspectors, lenders, insurers, and contractors who help make your home-buying journey smooth and stress-free.
At The Christensen Group, our expertise goes far beyond what’s publicly listed. We have a pulse on the market, including access to off-market properties and early knowledge of homes about to be listed. We also bring a critical eye to the elements that truly affect value, like construction quality, materials, and craftsmanship. We take time to understand what matters most to you, and we guide you toward smart, informed choices that align with your goals.
When it’s time to make an offer, we advocate relentlessly on your behalf, negotiating the best price, managing inspections and escrow, and keeping your interests protected through closing. Our insight doesn’t stop there, we’ll also help you unlock your new home’s full potential, whether through design ideas, decorating advice, or renovation suggestions.
The reality is that hiring an inexperienced agent can be a costly mistake. Without a true understanding of market value or negotiation strategies, you could easily overpay by tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. Even agents on the seller’s side are more likely to respect and respond to an experienced buyer’s representative, giving you an edge that inexperienced agents simply can’t offer.
A green file contains all your important financial documents. You will need it to secure financing for your property. The typical green file should contain:
- Financial statements
- Bank accounts
- Investments
- Credit cards
- Auto loans
- Recent pay stubs
- Tax returns for two years
- Copies of leases for investment properties
- 401K statements, life insurance, stocks, bonds, and mutual account information.
Your credit score will have a huge impact on what type of property you can buy, and at what price. It is first recommended to check your credit rating with an experienced lending institution so that we can determine what you can afford. The lender will research your credit ratings from the three credit reporting agencies Equifax, Experian and Trans Union. We will be happy to recommend experienced, knowledgeable lenders in the residential, construction, and commercial and investment real estate fields.
Now is not a good time to make sudden career changes or large purchases. You want to approach your property purchase from a position of financial stability.