Expectations

The primary elements of any real estate transaction are the ability, desire, and willingness to purchase or sell. Whether this is your first home or your fifth, there is always something new to be learned in this ever-changing market. At the Scott Varley Group it is our mission to keep you up-to-date on new listings, incentives, and protocol for the buy and sell process. With your best interest in mind, we will walk you through every step of the real estate process.   

Preparation

The process of searching for a home can be a lengthy one, and there are many questions you must ask yourself as a buyer. For example, do you picture yourself living in a lively, fast-paced city, or does a quiet countryside sound a bit more like home?  Is this an urgent buy, or do you have some time to look around? Or, is there anything lacking in your current home that you would like to see in your next investment? These are just a few of the many questions you need to ask yourself before you begin your search for real estate – and just a few of the questions that The Scott Varley Group can help you with so you can make an informed decision. 

Years of helping home buyers find their ideal property have enabled us to create a series of questions that help you think about what you truly want. From there, we can help you narrow your search to only those homes that are a good match, saving you much time.

But wait, that’s not all. Have you looked at your credit report lately? Mistakes on your credit could mean the difference between being able to afford the home of your dreams and having to settle for less. Looking at a transaction from a lender’s perspective is essential to being prepared for a buy, and The Scott Varley Group can give you that perspective. With our agents’ assistance, you won’t have to settle for less.   

Clarity

If you’re new to home buying, it may appear as a very confusing and challenging procedure. As a buyer, you cannot afford to be under-informed or not have a firm understanding of the transaction process. With the help of the Scott Varley Group, you can make an informed and confident purchase. 

We are prepared to give you our undivided attention. First, we provide you with an experienced team member, known as a ‘Buyer’s Agent,’ whose sole duty is to represent your best interest and guide you through the entire transaction process – from start to finish. The transaction will be on your terms and on your price. 

Evaluation

As you begin your search, remember that a home is more than just bedrooms and bathrooms. Though two properties may have similar attributes, they may have major differences when you take a closer look.     

Taxes, commute distance, local schools, and neighborhood quality is just a few of the factors that should play into your decision to buy. These factors can help identify the right investment from the wrong investment. It is often the little things that make the difference between a dream home and a mistake purchase.  Here is where we come in. Our team can help you identify and navigate through these factors that you otherwise might not have considered. 

The Scott Varley Group will help you find your future home at a price you can afford, and in the neighborhood you want to live in by looking at the “big picture” on your behalf. 

Offers

Whenever a seller places a home on the market, he or she is making an offer to the general public. It is his or her way of inviting you to purchase a property. As a buyer, you now have three choices: Accept and write up an offer; reject the offer; or develop different terms, making a counter offer. If you choose to counter offer, the seller may accept or change the terms again and make a new offer in response. This is the crux of a transaction, and can often be the most difficult part for those without real estate experience. The counter offer process is your opening to make the buy on your terms, not theirs.    

The need for realtor representation is absolutely imperative at the negotiation stage. The Scott Varley Group, with its years of negotiating experience, can effectively guide you through this complex and very personal bargaining process with the seller saving you time, effort, and much frustration.

Closing

Understanding financial preparations and communicating with an attorney are important requirements of a buyer. If ignored, they can often inhibit your buy and sometimes eliminate it altogether. The Scott Varley Group serves as both your real estate agent and mentor from start to finish. We value a prompt closing for our clients, and ensure that all closing requirements are met in advance.
Once we reach a price and terms that are acceptable to you with the seller, we will work with your attorney and lender to complete the sale. To help finalize the closing, we always provide necessary documents and information promptly.