Buyers' Checklist
Things NOT to do:
- Do not change or quit your job.
- Do not make any major purchases before closing. (Car, boat, motorcycle, etc.)
- Do not deposit large, unexplained funds.
- Do not order any improvements to the property before closing.
- Do not tell any secrets to the seller or the seller’s agent.
- Do not do anything that might jeopardize your credit.
Things TO do:
- Discuss wants & needs, neighborhoods, house requirements, dates for moving, monthly payments affordable and down payment available with your agent.
- Pre-qualify with a few lenders
- Look at the different programs and options lender options. (ARM’s, rate lock options, mortgage insurance programs, etc.)
- List your present home if the purchase of a new home would be contingent on the sale.