Buyers

Buying a Home – You don’t do this every day, but we do!

Buying a home is not just a dollars-and-cents investment; it’s an investment in your life. It will create a sense of stability and identity for you and your family. Regardless of how times change, owning a home remains the cornerstone of the American Dream.

Finding the Perfect Realtors

To make sure your transaction goes smoothly, it is of vital importance that you choose the right agents to represent your interests. You will always trust you have made the right decision to pick Lisa & Carrie, Your South Bay Realtors, as your experienced and dedicated real estate team.

Full-time Realtors with 35+ years of combined experience
Focus on the South Bay, licensed in the state of California
California natives with personal experience of being both buyers and sellers here and across the country
Vast referral network for out of area transactions
Expert negotiators
Designated Palos Verdes Specialists and Seniors Real Estate Specialists
Dedicated to our ever-growing list of clients
Invested in your success!

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Your Objectives – Planning & Preparing

What is your motivation to buy?
What price range are you considering?
What is your timeline for moving?
What are your ideal features and “non-negotiables”?
What are you looking for in a neighborhood?
Select a lender and begin the approval process
Obtain loan approval letter
Sign the exclusive Buyer-Broker agreement and Agency

Finding Your Home

Browse and review properties that fit your objectives
Network with agents to uncover new and off-market homes
Make appointments for a private showing
Attend open houses (if applicable)
Select the ideal city/neighborhood
Buyer to explore the neighborhood during different times of the day/night

Your Offer & Negotiation Strategies

Analyze active, pending, and sold properties
Evaluate market forces: supply v. demand, macro v. micro
Consider personal timing and seasonal factors
Review the purchase contract
Discuss objectives and processes
Create offer presentation highlighting buyer strengths
Negotiate to optimize price and terms
Accept offer/counter-offers

Escrow Process

Congrats! Your offer was accepted
Notify escrow & lender of acceptance and send fully executed contract
Wire initial deposit to escrow per terms of the agreement
Notify lender to begin the loan and order appraisal
Sign and return the opening package of escrow instructions
Provide escrow with vesting (title) information

Inspections and Disclosures

Review seller’s disclosures and reports
Schedule all desired home inspections – See our recommended list
Approve or negotiate repairs based on the inspection reports
Obtain homeowner’s insurance coverage
Review and approve the preliminary title report
Meet deadlines and remove contractual contingencies

Closing

Start packing! Make your plans for the movers and schedule
Schedule final walk-through prior to close of escrow
Arrange for utilities to be turned on
Review closing statement from escrow
Meet with escrow/lender to sign loan documents
Arrange to wire the down payment and closing cost

Let's Get Moving

Lisa & Carrie are Always Here for You!

Will stay in touch and keep you informed
Ready to handle all of your future real estate transactions, including second homes and investment properties
Happy to provide resources for trusted service professionals
Elated to read your 5-star reviews
Honored to receive your referrals of family and friends

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We have an extensive network, effective tools, in-depth neighborhood knowledge and strong negotiating skills to help get you into your ideal home.

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Work With Lisa & Carrie

Lisa & Carrie welcome the opportunity to work with new clients. The trust placed in their abilities is the highest compliment they receive. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, invest, or simply need real estate advice, Lisa & Carrie are here for you!

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