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Whether you’re buying, selling, or growing your real-estate career, I’m here to guide you—with trusted advice, a bold strategy, and a touch of hometown heart.

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Steps to Home Ownership

Follow our proven roadmap to make your home buying journey smooth and successful

Get Pre-Approved

Start with a pre-approval to understand your budget and show sellers you're serious

Contact a lender to review your finances and get a pre-approval letter. This typically takes 1-3 days and helps you shop with confidence

Define your needs

Create a wish list of must-haves vs. nice-to-haves for your future home.

Consider location, size, amenities, and proximity to work/schools. This helps narrow your search and saves time.

Start house hunting

Begin touring homes that match your criteria and budget.

Work with your agent to schedule viewings. Take notes and photos to help remember each property.

Make an offer

Found the one? Your agent will help you submit a competitive offer.

Your offer should include price, closing date, and any contingencies. Your agent will negotiate on your behalf.

Home inspection

Hire a professional inspector to check for any issues with the property.

This protects you from unexpected problems. Most issues can be negotiated with the seller.

Close your home

Sign the final paperwork and get your keys!

Bring a cashier's check for closing costs, review all documents, and celebrate your new home!

Understanding Real Estate Terms

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  • Amortization

    The process of paying off a debt over time through regular payments. Part of each payment goes toward the loan principal and part goes toward interest.

  • Closing Costs

    Expenses over and above the price of the property in a real estate transaction, including attorney fees, title insurance, appraisal, and more.

  • Equity

    The difference between how much your home is worth and how much you still owe on your mortgage. It's the portion of your home that you truly 'own.'

  • FHA Loan

    A mortgage loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration, designed to help first-time and low-to-moderate income buyers with lower down payment requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about the home buying process

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Tricia Shultz
Agent Development Specialist | REALTOR®
CMS
Campbell County

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