House hunting can seem daunting - especially in The Bay Area. Prepare for lots of paperwork, competitive buyers, multiple offers, among other challenges before you finally get those house keys. Having Emily on your side will ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible. Be sure to check out some of these great resources below to help aid in the process.
Questions? Reach out anytime: emily.beaven@compass.com
Buyers Guide - A wonderful guide that walks you through the process from A - Z.
Mortgage Lender vs. Broker - Good overview of the differences from the NY Times
Search for Homes in the SF Bay Area - Compass' real time tool for searching
What Is A Buyer's Agent? - The 101 on buyer's vs. listing agent
How to Pick Your Buyer's Agent - Remember the acronym RIGHT!
Zillow Mortgage Calculator - I have this app on my phone and break it out all the time! You can see what your monthly payments will look like based on interest rate, down payment, etc.
Define Your Dream Home - A Worksheet - Great print out for you to work on before you meet with Emily
How to Write A Home Buyer's Letter to the Seller - 10 Tips - They can't hurt your chances so why not?
How Should I Hold Title? - Often overlooked, this is a MUST read!
Tips for Buying a Home While Selling One - Another great read as it affects so many of my clients!
Rent-Back Agreements - Emily shares her thoughts with REALTOR.com
10 Things to Know About Inspections - I almost always recommend inspections - here's the low down
Closing Costs - A current breakdown for both buyers and sellers