Buyers, I know how important it is to find a place that feels like home.  Whether that's a condo, townhouse, or a single family property, I will take the time to find you what you are dreaming of and work to make the process as care-free as possible. No matter what your budget may be we will find your dream home. I will work within your timeline; whether you're looking to move in one month or one year I can start helping you today. - Bettina

"Buying a house with Bettina was absolutely amazing.  I was not relocating under the best of circumstances and Bettina took great care of every minor detail  throughout the entire transaction (from lender to settlement) and made the transition a lot easier for me.  She found the house that was meant for me and made the process seem so effortless.  A significant part of the gratitude I have for the new place I am in my life, I owe to her."

                                                                                                                         -C. Johnson

 

IMPORTANT TIPS FOR MY MINDFUL BUYERS

Getting Pre-Approved · It is generally good practice to get financially qualified before you start looking at a certain price range for your home so that you do not waste your time.

Wish List · Make a concise list of things that you are looking for in a home. For example: 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms · Hardwood floors · Fireplace · Deck. This will make it much easier to narrow your choices and to focus your efforts on homes you are interested in buying.

Making An Offer · With the assistance of a knowledgeable real estate agent you will know if you have any bargaining room when making an offer.  A correctly priced house may have little or no bargaining room while an overpriced house generally has lots of negotiating room.  A comparative market analysis of a property can reveal a lot about its value and the margin at which it is priced.

Looking For Potential · Sometimes a property that is in poor shape or which shows poorly, may have great selling potential but this potential must be revealed.  Original hardwood floors may exist under an ugly carpet.  In addition, fresh paint and a thorough cleaning may upgrade it extensively and inexpensively.  Purchasing a small house in an affluent area where rezoning or rebuilding is a strong possibility could increase its value.
 
Costs Borne By The Buyer · Lawyer or notary fees and expenses · Searching title · Investigating title · Land title registration fees · Survey certificate (if required) · Costs of mortgage · Mortgage company's laywer or notary · Appraisal (if applicable) · Land title registration fees · Fire insurance premium · Sales tax (if applicable) · Property tax transfer

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1. CLICK HERE TO BEGIN YOUR SPECIFIC HOME SEARCH
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