Buyers: Your Offer Was Accepted...

Dated: March 5 2024

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That's the news every buyer dreams of hearing as they patiently wait to hear from their agent after submitting an offer on that house they fell in love with!⁠

⁠So what's the secret? How do you get lucky enough to be the offer that is chosen?⁠

⁠The secret is to be READY!⁠

⁠Before you start looking at homes, you should have these 3 shamrocks in a row:⁠

⁠1. Your pre-approval letter IN HAND, ready to go. *You should know exactly how much you're comfortable spending including when you're at the top of your budget⁠

⁠2. You should understand the market. This means talking to an agent early. Learn everything you need to know about the city you're house hunting in. ⁠

⁠What are the average days on market? How many homes sold last month? How much are they selling for? And how much over asking price are they selling for?⁠

⁠3. You should have a really good idea of what you want. There isn't a ton of time to "look around" in a competitive market. You want to be ready to make a move quickly. ⁠

⁠That means doing some homework by driving around neighborhoods you are considering, checking out the commute, and making a list of your must haves and deal breakers. ⁠

⁠If you want to get ahead of the competition, let's schedule a buyer zoom call (or an in person coffee date) and chat through all of this!⁠

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Angelica Olmsted

Angelica’s path into real estate is rooted in a life full of diverse experiences and a deep appreciation for what “home” means. Growing up as an Air Force brat meant constant moves, and later, h....

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