For Buyers
Buying Real Estate in This Area
Buying a home is an exciting time in your life. This section includes information and real estate services for buying a home in this area, including Rockville, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Silver Spring, Bethesda, and Potomac. I highly recommend that you use Find a Home, if you are interested in buying a home. Also as a REALTOR®, I am privy to some of the best homes available before they even go on the market. Simply fill out the Property Request form, and I will get back with you quickly with homes that meet your specific needs. I pride myself on repeat business and hope you'll come to understand why.
I also provide you with the Market News designed to help you in your search for information on making informed purchasing decisions. The Local Resources page contains useful real estate information from sites that have been researched to best serve you. There are sections devoted to area relocation needs, schools, real estate tax information, home and garden, maps, and even weather.
As your trusted real estate professional, I will:
- Ensure that you see all the properties in your area that meet your criteria.
- Guide you through the entire home buying process, from finding homes to getting the best financing.
- Make sure you don't pay too much for your new home and help you avoid costly mistakes.
- Answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.
Before you start looking for your new home:
- Check your credit rating. Straighten out any errors before its too late.
- Determine a comfortable monthly budget for your new purchase, including down payment and monthly payment.
- Find a loan program that meets your needs and get pre-qualified (preferably pre-approved).
- Choose a REALTOR® that you trust and who understands your needs.
- Determine what neighborhood best matches your needs.
- Identify important features you need your new home to have.
I will help you learn what closing costs to expect:
- 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.
If you are also selling your home in this area, please be sure to visit the For Sellers section to request a market analysis of your home by clicking on Your Home's Value.
I hope you enjoy your visit and return soon. I am always available for personal service. Please e-mail me or call me today at 301-254-7800.
