Are you currently
shopping for a home? If you are getting ready to write an offer on a home this
holiday season, here are a few helpful hints that I have learnt from
experience:
· Realtor / Mortgage Broker: if your Realtor or Mortgage Broker is away over the holidays, it is a good idea to meet with their replacement prior to them leaving. If you don't feel comfortable with their replacement, be honest with them. They can generally have someone else look after your needs while they are away to ensure you have a positive experience
· Lawyer or Notary: if your closing date is set to be at the end of December, find out what days your lawyer's office is open and make sure they can take on your file
· Home Inspector / Appraiser: check the availability of your Home Inspector and/or Appraiser to have an accurate time frame for your subject removal dates
· The biggest thing to remember from the financing perspective is that many banks will be closed for a few additional days over the holidays. Keep that in mind when deciding on your financing clause dates in your contract.
Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to deal with the additional details such as water potability tests, septic tank tests, insurance quotes and any other tasks that must be completed prior to removing your subjects.
Also, if you plan to be out of town, be sure to advise the parties involved so that you can have a plan set up for signing any documents.
Otherwise, stay safe and Happy Holidays!
www.christinebuemann.com
· Realtor / Mortgage Broker: if your Realtor or Mortgage Broker is away over the holidays, it is a good idea to meet with their replacement prior to them leaving. If you don't feel comfortable with their replacement, be honest with them. They can generally have someone else look after your needs while they are away to ensure you have a positive experience
· Lawyer or Notary: if your closing date is set to be at the end of December, find out what days your lawyer's office is open and make sure they can take on your file
· Home Inspector / Appraiser: check the availability of your Home Inspector and/or Appraiser to have an accurate time frame for your subject removal dates
· The biggest thing to remember from the financing perspective is that many banks will be closed for a few additional days over the holidays. Keep that in mind when deciding on your financing clause dates in your contract.
Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to deal with the additional details such as water potability tests, septic tank tests, insurance quotes and any other tasks that must be completed prior to removing your subjects.
Also, if you plan to be out of town, be sure to advise the parties involved so that you can have a plan set up for signing any documents.
Otherwise, stay safe and Happy Holidays!
www.christinebuemann.com
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