{"id":51132,"date":"2022-01-03T12:57:30","date_gmt":"2022-01-03T20:57:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=51132"},"modified":"2022-04-19T22:42:30","modified_gmt":"2022-04-20T05:42:30","slug":"your-10-step-checklist-to-buying-a-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/your-10-step-checklist-to-buying-a-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Your 10-step checklist to buying a home"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ready to buy a home? Here are the 10 steps to budgeting for, searching for, and closing on the home of your dreams.\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Deciding to buy a home, whether it\u2019s your first home or you\u2019re looking to downsize for retirement, is exciting. But, like all major life changes and financial investments, it can also be stressful and feel overwhelming. By breaking the home buying process down into simple steps, you can mitigate the anxiety that comes with buying a home.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here are the 10 key steps to buying a home. Simply focus on each step as you reach it and check off your progress as you go.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1. Determine how much you can spend and borrow.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take stock of all your finances\u2014savings, stocks, bonds, loans, monthly income, monthly expenses, and assets. Use this as a gauge to determine <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/calculate-home-buying-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">how much you can afford<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to put down and how much monthly mortgage payments you can handle (remember to factor in taxes and insurance).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out your credit score and get a credit report. If you need to work on getting your score up, here are some helpful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/7-ways-to-boost-your-credit-score\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">tips to improve your credit score<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/mortgages\/calculator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">mortgage calculator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to estimate how much your monthly payments will be. You probably don\u2019t know the exact purchase price, loan amount, or interest rate yet, but plugging in different potential numbers will give you a better idea of what to expect before diving in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Settle on a price range that will allow you to live comfortably while making your monthly payments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2. Search for a mortgage lender.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shop around for the best rates and terms and speak with lenders and brokers to get a better understanding of what mortgage type is best for you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Get a good-faith estimate for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/closing-costs-what-are-they-and-who-pays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">closing costs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> (including taxes and attorney fees).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Get <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/first-time-homebuyer-mortgage-preapproval-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">preapproved for a home loan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Not only will you have a better understanding of how much you can borrow, many seller\u2019s won\u2019t even consider an offer from you if you aren\u2019t preapproved.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3. Make a list of must-haves.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/your-10-step-checklist-to-buying-a-home\/blog-10-steps-homebuying2\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-51141\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-51141\" src=\"https:\/\/movoto.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/blog-10-steps-homebuying2.jpg\" alt=\"Your 10-step checklist to buying a home\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Decide what kind of location and lifestyle would suit you best, whether it\u2019s a bustling downtown area or a remote mountain hideaway.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Choose the amount of bedrooms and bathrooms and the general size of the home you\u2019ll need to accommodate yourself and your family.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Make a list of essential features. Chef\u2019s kitchen? Backyard? Office space? Two-car garage? Write it down and be prepared for the list to evolve as you start to look at houses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Make sure you distinguish must-haves from features you would like to have. Categorizing features by importance will reduce the headache (and heartache) during the house hunt.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4. Find the perfect agent.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Search online for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/agents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">top agents in your area<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Ask friends, family, and colleagues for recommendations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Research potential agents\u2019 credentials and read client reviews and testimonials.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t be shy about speaking with several agents and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/5-key-questions-to-ask-a-realtor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">asking them questions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to get an idea of whether they\u2019re right for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5. Research your target neighborhoods.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Talk to your agent and scan listings for information on average prices, schools, market trends, and neighborhood amenities like parks, grocery stores, cafes, and entertainment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Search online to find out the crime rates of certain areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Try to nail down actual streets where you\u2019d like to live. Just picking a city or town in general might not be enough to cater to your specific needs, as neighborhoods can differ widely from street to street. Follow these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/find-the-right-neighborhood-for-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">tips to choose the right neighborhood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">6. Go house hunting.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Browse online listings and visit open houses with your agent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ask your agent to set up private tours of any homes you\u2019re interested in, so you have time to thoroughly look around, take measurements, and inspect the features.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take notes and photos of your visits. After viewing multiple homes it can be hard to remember distinguishing features that set them apart from one another.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tweak your must-have and nice-to-have list based on the types of homes you\u2019re seeing.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">7. Get the lowdown on the finalists.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/your-10-step-checklist-to-buying-a-home\/blog-10-steps-homebuying\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-51140\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-51140\" src=\"https:\/\/movoto.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/blog-10-steps-homebuying.jpg\" alt=\"Your 10-step checklist to buying a home\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When you\u2019ve narrowed your search down to a few favorites, ask your agent for a list of comps to estimate each property\u2019s fair market value.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Try to find out why the seller is selling. It can sometimes help you with your negotiation strategy. For example, if they\u2019re in a hurry to move, they might be more willing to accept an offer under asking price.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Consider the additional expenses that will come with the purchasing and owning stages, and ask for copies of recent bills for utilities, property taxes, and any HOA fees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">8. Make an offer.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Once you find the house you want, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-smart-offer-on-a-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">make an offer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> based on the fair market value.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With the help of your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/7-reasons-to-use-a-home-buyers-agent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">real estate agent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, make any negotiations necessary and agree on a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/what-does-home-price-mean\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">purchase price<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Make sure you include contingencies and any special requests you may have, such as repairs and a specific move-in date, before you sign the purchase agreement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your offer is accepted, make sure you have enough cash for your earnest money deposit\u2014usually 1 to 2 percent of the agreed price.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">9. Once your offer is accepted, get a home inspection and appraisal.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ask your real estate agent to recommend a certified home inspector, and hire any additional professionals needed for services not covered in a traditional inspection (typically pool, mold, and pest inspections are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/7-important-things-that-arent-included-in-a-home-inspection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">separate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Refer to this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/what-you-should-know-complete-home-inspection-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">complete home inspection checklist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to review with your inspector. You can never be too safe!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Get the property professionally appraised, and use the findings to re-negotiate if necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">10. Close the deal.<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/6-documents-you-need-for-a-mortgage-loan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Finalize your loan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with your lender and make sure you have your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/closing-costs-what-are-they-and-who-pays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">closing costs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and down payment in order.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On closing day, you\u2019ll order a final title search and the property title will be transferred to you from the seller.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many closings now rely on digital documents, which will expedite the process, but you will have to show up in-person to submit your down payment, pay any remaining closing fees, and sign more documents. Your agent will tell you what you need to have prepared.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Congratulations, you officially own your new home! Now it\u2019s time to move in and decorate. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ready to buy a home? Here are the 10 steps to budgeting for, searching for, and closing on the home of your dreams.\u00a0 Deciding to buy a home, whether it\u2019s your first home or you\u2019re looking to downsize for retirement, is exciting. But, like all major life changes and financial investments, it can also be stressful and feel overwhelming. By breaking the home buying process down into simple steps, you can mitigate the anxiety that comes with buying a home.\u00a0 Here are the 10 key steps to buying a home. 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