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Get Moving Elevate Your Expectations
WITH CRG COMPANIES
A Guide To a Smooth Process From Contract To Close
HIRE A BUYER’S AGENT
A buyer’s agent is a valuable ally in the
search for your new home as they work
to narrow the search for properties that
suit your criteria. Throughout the entire
process they provide oversight and follow
up for any necessary inspections in the
home while protecting your interests.
It’s the responsibility of the buyer’s agent to: shared with your lending institution and,
• Represent the buyer’s interests and
not disclose sensitive information
without permission
• Negotiate for the buyer as part of a
fiduciary relationship
• Offer insights on the area as
neighborhood specialists
Many of those relocating to the Grand
Strand from another state will find a
buyer’s agent through a referral or
online resource. If it’s necessary to have
the agent find a home when still living
outside of the area, the agent may be
required to have more individual control
over the process, therefore, finding a real
estate agent who is a good fit is essential!
Get Pre-Approved
It is important to get pre-approved to
determine eligibility and any potential
hurdles, such as reducing debt or putting
off other large purchases that can impact
your credit score. This pre-approval from
We Create NEED TO SELL a local lender will also help speed the
lending process once you are ready to
Excellent Experiences YOUR HOME? sign a purchase contract. It also shows the
seller you are a qualified, serious buyer.
Many companies claim a higher level of customer service, but As industry market leaders, we have the
few make a real investment in client care. We’ve built a team experience and proven success in listing,
exclusively focused on customer satisfaction. Our Client Care pricing, staging, negotiating, and closing We are dedicated to building relationships and treating every
Team will be your first point of contact at CRG. Together they the deal quickly and for the highest new client like a neighbor...because we hope you will be.
will work with you to identify your needs and pair you with a possible price. Our in-house marketing
Realtor whose expertise is centered around your goals. team is skilled at blending new and
Whether you’re looking to relocate from out of state or across traditional marketing tactics to deliver
town, we ensure an experience tailored to your unique needs. qualified leads to your doorstep and
determining a strategic marketing plan
to maximize exposure for your listing.
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Have the Property Appraised IT’S NEVER TOO
In order to secure a contract, lenders want EARLY TO START!
to know that the home you’re considering
has been appraised at either the sale Regardless of your time
price or higher. During this process, the frame to buy, our team is
home is generally inspected by a licensed here to help.
property inspector who will note any major
defects in the home. These details will be If you aren’t sure where to
begin, the inside sales team
based on the assessment, you may be at CRG can help identify
able to negotiate a lower purchase price your goals for relocation
to cover costly repairs - another key area including amenities, home
where your buyer’s agent will be helpful! details and characteristics
of each community. This
discovery process will
Avoid Closing Concurrently include:
Closing simultaneously on a home in
another state while selling your existing • Preparing custom online
home can be next to impossible. The home searches that
majority of banks will want the HUD from fit your criteria with new
the sale of a buyer’s current home before inventory alerts
providing funding for a home in another • Acting as a resource for
state. In general, the process will start off
with the close of a buyer’s existing home, taxes, flood zones, and
followed by having the HUD sent over HOA guidelines
after funds are wired, then the lender • Providing details on
funds are available and the buyer can custom home design
close on a new home. and construction as well
as assisting with lot
selection to match your
plans
Get Those Utilities Turned On
Before moving into your new home, reach • Handling the sale and
out to local utility companies and set up marketing of your
a ‘start date’ for all of the services your current home (local
clients only)
home will require. Your buyer’s agent will
be helpful in identifying which companies • Providing
service your area.
recommendations
for legal, mortgage,
and insurance providers