Congratulations! You’ve worked hard and you’re ready to own your own home! This is such an exciting time! But it can be a bit overwhelming too.
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. I would like to help you find a great home you will love at a price you are comfortable with.
It’s important you partner with a Realtor who knows the local market and has a solid track record. (Check out my Client Review tab….or go to Google, Zillow, Realtor.com for more reviews.)
Whether you’re buying your first home, moving-up or downsizing, there are lot’s of questions:
- How much can I afford? Will I be able to get a mortgage? What type of mortgage should I get?
- How long will it take to get a mortgage and what’s the process?
- What neighborhoods should I look in? How are the schools..shopping…transportation…?
- Is this a solid home? Is it priced right? How much should I offer? How’s the neighborhood?
- You found a great home and you signed a contract. Now what?
These are just some of the questions I can help you with. I can also provide recommendations for the rest of your team – attorneys, inspectors, lenders… (And once you’re in your new home I can recommend painters, floor guys, contractors…)
My goal is to really understand your needs, what you are looking for in your new home and to work tenaciously for you, to find you the best home at the best price within your budget.
And remember, you want a Realtor who works for you. The sellers Realtor (called the Listing Agent), works for the seller. You want your own Realtor who has your best interests in mind.
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Illinois Housing Development Association have many programs to assist buyers. I can recommend mortgage lenders who can provide you with the most current rates, loan programs and mortgage strategies.
For a free consultation, you can contact me at
847-989-4870 or email me
at
dorie@doriewestmeyer.com