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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 Have the Property Appraised IT’S NEVER TOO
A buyer’s agent is a valuable ally in the In order to secure a contract, lenders want EARLY TO START!
search for your new home as they work to know that the home you’re considering
to narrow the search for properties that has been appraised at either the sale Regardless of your time
suit your criteria. Throughout the entire price or higher. During this process, the frame to buy, our team is
process they provide oversight and follow home is generally inspected by a licensed here to help.
up for any necessary inspections in the property inspector who will note any major
home while protecting your interests. defects in the home. These details will be If you aren’t sure where to
It’s the responsibility of the buyer’s agent to: shared with your lending institution and, begin, the inside sales team
• Represent the buyer’s interests and based on the assessment, you may be at CRG can help identify
not disclose sensitive information able to negotiate a lower purchase price your goals for relocation
without permission to cover costly repairs - another key area including amenities, home
• Negotiate for the buyer as part of a where your buyer’s agent will be helpful! details and characteristics
fiduciary relationship of each community. This
• Offer insights on the area as discovery process will
neighborhood specialists Avoid Closing Concurrently include:
Many of those relocating to the Grand Closing simultaneously on a home in
Strand from another state will find a another state while selling your existing • Preparing custom online
buyer’s agent through a referral or home can be next to impossible. The home searches that
online resource. If it’s necessary to have majority of banks will want the HUD from fit your criteria with new
the agent find a home when still living the sale of a buyer’s current home before inventory alerts
outside of the area, the agent may be providing funding for a home in another • Acting as a resource for
required to have more individual control state. In general, the process will start off
over the process, therefore, finding a real with the close of a buyer’s existing home, taxes, flood zones, and
estate agent who is a good fit is essential! 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
Get Pre-Approved as assisting with lot
It is important to get pre-approved to selection to match your
determine eligibility and any potential plans
hurdles, such as reducing debt or putting Get Those Utilities Turned On
off other large purchases that can impact Before moving into your new home, reach • Handling the sale and
your credit score. This pre-approval from out to local utility companies and set up marketing of your
We Create NEED TO SELL a local lender will also help speed the a ‘start date’ for all of the services your current home (local
clients only)
lending process once you are ready to
home will require. Your buyer’s agent will
Excellent Experiences YOUR HOME? sign a purchase contract. It also shows the be helpful in identifying which companies • Providing
service your area.
seller you are a qualified, serious buyer.
recommendations
Many companies claim a higher level of customer service, but As industry market leaders, we have the for legal, mortgage,
few make a real investment in client care. We’ve built a team experience and proven success in listing, and insurance providers
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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