Pdf: Home Buying Guide

This is the final deep dive into your finances by the lender. Pro tip: Do not make any large purchases (like a new car) or open new credit cards during this time! Phase 5: Closing Day

Hire a professional to find the hidden "skeletons" in the walls. This is your chance to back out if there are major structural or safety issues. home buying guide pdf

Once the deed is recorded, the house is officially yours. This is the final deep dive into your finances by the lender

Your bank will send an appraiser to ensure the home is actually worth what you’re paying. This is your chance to back out if

You'll meet at a title company or attorney's office to sign a mountain of documents and wire your down payment.

Look past the paint colors and staging. Check the age of the roof, the HVAC system, and the "vibe" of the neighborhood at different times of day.