Buyer's FAQs...

Buyers sometimes ask:

When you're ready to think about buying or selling your property, you need to ask yourself the following questions: Do you have the time, energy, sources of information, and contacts to do the job yourself? If you were one of the do-it-yourself people, would the results be as good or better than they would be if you had professional assistance? Would it have gone smoother? Would it have given you more personal time? Would you have purchased for less, or sold for more, if Lana was involved? Read the following information and learn how Lana can help you understand everything you need to know about a real estate transaction.

Lana Guides You Through The Buying Process
Buying a home or or other investment property generally starts with determining your buying power; that is, your financial reserves plus your borrowing capacity. After providing Lana with some basic information about your available savings, income and current debt, she will refer you to lenders best qualified to help you. Most lenders -- banks and mortgage companies -- offer limited choices.

Lana Researches The Possibilities
Once you know how much you can and want to invest, the next step is to find the properties that meet your requirements. Lana has many resources to assist you in that search. It may take some investigation because sometimes the property you are seeking is available but not actively advertised in the market, you can rely on Lana to leave no stone unturned.

Selecting That Perfect Property
Your job is to make the final selection of the right property for you. This is when excitement and emotion run high. Lana can help you in the selection process by providing objective information about each property. Lana has access to a variety of informational resourcesm she can provide local community information on utilities, zoning. schools, etc.

Lana Negotiates The Transaction On Your Terms
There are a myriad of negotiating factors, including, but not limited to price, financing, terms, date of possession, and often the inclusion or exclusion of repairs and furnishings or equipment. Lana dots all the Is and crosses all the Ts, leaving nothing to chance.

Closing The Transaction
Between the initial sales agreement and closing, questions may arise. For example, unexpected repairs are required to obtain financing or a cloud in the title is discovered. Lana helps you resolve these issues and move the transaction to closing.

"How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?"

Real estate agents or brokers are generally paid through the sales commission paid by the seller when a transaction closes. Just like you, Lana has expenses and financial obligations, so it's to your mutual benefit stick together through the entire process. Lana always goes the extra distance for her clients, her friends. She will respect your loyalty and respond with a sincere commitment to you.

For some, moving can be a difficult personal transition. Lana helps senior citizens and people with special needs make informed choices that reflect the lifestyle most comfortable for them. She works with individuals and their families to make every transition a smooth one.

For Buyers moving to other cities, Lana can guide the transition into your new community. If you need real estate services, Lana knows what to look for and how to determine the quality of these services. Lana will make personal calls to Realtors®, interview them, and pass only the most qualified resources on to you.

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