The Complete Buyers Checklist from Search to Close

The ERA Real Solutions Realty Buyers Checklist gives the buying client the full list of what is needed, from the first thoughts you want to buy to what to bring on the day of the closing to be prepared. Our realtors know this list well and can help with every step. There are many steps in the process but use this list to navigate buying your next dream home.

ERA Real Solutions Buyers Checklist

Preliminary

•  Get Finances in order
•  Obtain a pre-approval for a mortgage
•  Pick a real estate agent

Start the Search

•  Have an agent schedule showings
•  Find your dream home

Make an offer

•   Review Contract and Terms
•   Negotiate purchase price
•   Choose a Title Company
•   Shop for Home Insurance Options
•   Prepare for the down payment/earnest money
•   Choose Target Closing Date
•   Sign the Offer

Under Contract

•  Deliver Escrow Check
•  Secure a home loan
•  Acquire home insurance and send proof to the lender
•  Schedule a home inspection
•  Order an Appraisal
•  Conduct a Title Search
•  Verify Funds for Closing
•  Schedule Closing

Before you Close

•  Transfer Funds for Closing
•  Change your address with USPC, Bank, etc
•  Set up utilities to be transferred
•  Confirm all contingencies are resolved
•  Schedule a final walkthrough

Closing Day-What to Bring

• Connect with the Lender to wire the correct funds
• Bring printed confirmation of your wire transfer
• Government Photo ID
• Social Security Number
• Home Addresses from the last 10 years
• Proof of homeowners insurance
• Your copy of the contract
• Checkbook, Bank Check, ACH Check for payments under 10,000 and under

Closing Day

• Sign Closing disclosure, Promissory Note, and all other documentation
• Title Transfer
• Deed Delivery
• Save Your Paperwork in a safe place
• Get Your Keys

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