Buying a Home
Whether this is your first purchase or your fifth, a clear process reduces surprises. Here is how I work with buyers from initial consultation through closing.
The Buying Process
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Initial Consultation
We discuss your goals, timeline, budget, and preferred neighborhoods. If you have not yet spoken with a lender, I can connect you with mortgage professionals.
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Pre-Approval
A mortgage pre-approval letter establishes your budget and shows sellers you are a serious buyer. This step is essential before touring properties.
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Property Search
I identify listings that match your criteria, arrange showings, and provide context on each property's condition, location, and value relative to the market.
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Offer and Negotiation
When you find the right property, I prepare a competitive offer and negotiate price, contingencies, and terms on your behalf.
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Due Diligence
Home inspection, attorney review, appraisal, and title search. I coordinate the timeline and keep all parties informed.
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Closing
Final walkthrough, document signing, and key handover. I attend the closing with you to handle any last-minute details.
What to Bring to Your First Meeting
- A general sense of your budget range
- Preferred neighborhoods or commute requirements
- Must-haves versus nice-to-haves
- Your expected timeline
- Pre-approval letter (if you have one)
Buying a Co-op or Condo in NYC
Board applications, financial disclosure, and approval processes differ from single-family transactions. I guide buyers through the additional steps required for co-op and condo purchases in Queens and Manhattan.