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Big Decisions Deserve Great Partners Buying a home is one of the most important and exciting decisions of your life. Partner with Nest Realty and you’ll gain more than confidence. You’ll find your way home.
From Information Overload to Insight Today’s homebuyers have access to more information than ever before. At Nest, we specialize in turning massive amounts of information into laser-focused insights that make the process more transparent, get you more for your money, and help you find the home you love. And, while you may only interact with one or two Nest brokers, rest assured you have a team of experts always on your side.
Warm Service From True Professionals We believe in delivering attentive service to everyone. It’s simply who we are as people — and as professionals. All of our brokers practice real estate full-time. Nest brokers also take an active role in their communities and maintain a broad network of go-to vendors and partners.
Because, It’s About You Working with us is a collaboration that’s all about empowering you to take a more active role in the home-buying process. We achieve that by focusing all of our efforts on you. At Nest, we do not practice single agent dual agency. You will never find a Nest broker representing both parties in a transaction. Know that working with us means you’ll always have our undivided attention and focus. We listen. We respond. And we don’t rest until you’re holding the keys to a home you love.
Client Toolbox We’ve created these helpful tools to help you make the smartest, most informed home-buying decisions possible.
nestrealty.com Conduct robust property searches, p er u se n ei g h b o r h o o d over views, browse picture-rich local listings, and build your own property portfolio — from anywhere, anytime.
Go Mobile Drive by a For Sale sign and need to know more right now? Access Nest Realty via your mobile devices to instantly and easily explore all available properties.
Market Reports We’re constantly analyzing massive amounts of data and translating it into monthly, quarterly, and annual reports filled with insights you can use throughout the home-buying process.
Nest TV N e st ’s eve r - ex p a n d i n g l i b ra r y o f videos includes property spotlights, neighborhood overviews, and our awa rd - w i n n i n g “ L i ve W h e re Yo u Love” area profiles.
Guidance Every Step of the Way Your wish list for your new home is as unique as you are, and there are lots of things to consider. Will this be your ‘forever’ home? What’s a higher priority — a high walk score or a certain school district? Armed with this valuable information, we’ll work together to develop a clear plan for finding your dream home.
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Get Organized
Focus Your Search
Make an Offer
The home -buying process is full
At a ny ti m e , t h e re a re l i te r a l l y
You’ve found the one — and you’re
of details, so it’s important to be
th o us a n ds of h o m e s fo r s al e in
ready to make an offer. Since pricing
organized from the get-go. We’ll sit
hundreds of neighborhoods. We’ll
and negotiations involve much more
down with you to help identify what
cross reference your ‘must-haves’ with
than the bottom line, we’ll help you
you need to tackle — starting with
our local knowledge, be your advocate
sift through sales and market data
researching your financing options
in the local market, and actively seek
to determine an offer that helps you
and lining up your loan pre-approval
new and upcoming listings.
achieve your goals. And, we’ll walk
— and what you can do to ensure a
you through the contract so you
seamless path to home ownership.
understand your options and exactly what you’re signing.
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Contract Ratification
Finalizing Your Loan
Property Inspection
Congratulations, you have a ratified
Yo u ’ l l s u b m i t yo u r f o r m a l l o a n
I t ’s li ke l y yo u will h ave s eve r a l
contract on the home you love!
application with all the fine details
contingencies in your offer — which
Once your contract is accepted, we’ll
af te r contract ratif ic ation . Your
could include home and system
discuss dates and responsibilities,
lender will offer guidance on the
inspections or HOA packet review
th e n p ut a pla n to g eth e r. Fro m
loans available to you, and we invite
— during your ‘due diligence’ period,
selecting a lender and making a
you to consult with us at any point
you’ll have the time to conduct the
formal loan application to lining up
during the process. Once approved,
necessary inspections — and we’ll
inspections, we’ll help you keep the
you’ll ‘lock-in’ to secure your loan —
be there to help you manage the
momentum — and process — moving.
and your rate.
process.
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Due Diligence Review
The ‘Home’ Stretch
The Finish Line
The property has been inspected
The big day is close, but there’s still
In the final days before closing, we’ll
and your due diligence is complete.
a lot to be managed. In the weeks
be in constant communication with
Time for the gut check to make sure
before closing, we’ll help line up the
your attorney, your lender, and the
this is still the right home for you.
details with your closing attorney,
seller ’s agent. We’ll review your
Is the proper ty’s condition what
schedule movers, set up utilities...the
lender’s Closing Disclosure (CD),
you expected? Does the HOA have
list goes on. We’ll be there to ensure
double check the termite inspection,
sufficient reserves? If needed, now’s
the process is as smooth and stress-
a n d c o o rd i n a te yo u r f i n a l wa l k
the time to request any necessary
free as possible.
through. Before you know it, you’ll
repairs or credits.
have your keys in - hand . Let the celebration begin!
Home Buying FAQ
I can’t find the home I truly want. What’s the first step in building? With a wide variety of builders in the area, many people decide to build the home of their dreams. The first step will be to meet with your Nest
How much money will I need to buy a home? In addition to the home price you and the seller agree upon, you will also need to consider inspections/repairs, appliances, mortgage insurance,
broker to define your needs and parameters. In addition to price range, you’ll discuss location, level of customization, energy efficiency, and the type of builder, mortgage lenders, attorney, and contractors you’ll need.
home insurance, taxes, closing costs, and any relevant professional fees. This may seem like a lot, and not all of these may apply to your home
Why doesn’t Nest practice Single Agent Dual Agency?
purchase, but it’s better to factor all of these costs into your budget to
Simply put, we believe dual agency isn’t in the client’s best interest.
make sure you’re shopping for a home in a range you can truly afford.
Providing the best possible service to our clients means maintaining complete focus on one side of the transaction.
What’s the typical timeframe from contract to closing? Every home purchase follows its own timeline (think building a home
Who will help me assemble a team?
from scratch versus a move-in ready condo that a seller has already
Your Nest broker has a roster of go-to inspectors, mortgage lenders,
vacated). Typically, you can expect a 45 - 60 day window for a
attorneys, and contractors, all developed from years of experience in
traditional re-sale transaction.
this market. He or she will work closely with you to assemble a team of experienced and reliable professionals to ensure your transaction is
What is the benefit of pre-qualifying for a mortgage?
seamless and your interests are protected.
We recommend that you meet with a lender and get pre-qualified early in the home buying process. After an initial ‘pre-qual’ consultation
What else am I forgetting?
with you, a lender can give you an idea of the mortgage amount for
The home-buying process can be daunting. Your Nest broker will
which you qualify, as well as give you an estimate of your monthly
prepare you for every stage of the process, so rest assured that no
payments. Besides helping you better understand the financial aspects
detail will be missed. Our goal is to empower you with knowledge and
of your home purchase, a pre-qualification letter from a reputable local
confidence, so we encourage you to ask this question of your Nest
lender will make your offer more appealing to a seller.
broker often!
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