Home Buying
Buying a house is an exciting time in one's life. Making the smart move of choosing a REALTOR® when home buying is your first step to ensuring your new home and community meets your needs. My services and experience range from financial aid to helping you buy a house that best suits you and your family. For your convenience, I also provide West Michigan listings by email. I pride myself on repeat business and hope you'll come to understand why.
How I Can Help
Before you start looking
Closing Costs
- Assure that you SEE ALL THE WEST MICHIGAN REAL ESTATE LISTINGS that meet your criteria.
- Guide you through the entire home buying process, from finding homes to look at, to getting the best financing.
- Make sure you don't pay too much for the West Michigan home you're buying and help you avoid costly mistakes when buying a house.
- Answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.
Before Buying A House In West Michigan:
- Check your credit rating. Straighten out any errors before its too late.
- Determine a comfortable monthly budget for the new house you're buying, including down payment and monthly payment.
- Find a loan program that meets your needs and get pre-qualified (preferably pre-approved).
- Choose a West MI REALTOR® that you trust and who understands your needs.
- Determine what West MI neighborhood best matches your needs.
- Identify important features you need in the Holland, Zeeland, or Saugatuck home you're buying.
Closing Costs to Expect When Buying A House:
- Lender fees include charges for loan processing, underwriting, preparation and establishing an escrow account.
- Third-party fees include charges for insurance, title search, and other inspections such as termites.
- Government fees include deed recording and state & local mortgage taxes.
- Escrow and interest fees include homeowner's insurance, loan interest, real estate taxes, and occasionally private mortgage insurance.
