From the first conversation to the keys in your hand, understand what comes next—and how Chris S. Real Estate can help you along the way.
Every purchase is a little different. Here’s a practical guide to the major milestones, with room for your questions at every step.
Some steps overlap. Your property, financing, and purchase agreement determine the details and timing.
GET READY · STEP 1
Tell me what home means to you.
We’ll talk about your timeline, preferred areas, must-haves, and questions. I’ll explain how we can work together and what support to expect.
Bring your wish list—even if it is still a work in progress.
GET READY · STEP 2
Know your comfort zone before you shop.
If you’re financing, connect with a lender to explore your options and pre-approval. If you’re paying cash, discuss how you’ll document available funds.
Consider the whole picture: purchase price, monthly payment, closing costs, moving, and ongoing upkeep.
GET READY · STEP 3
Turn your priorities into a focused plan.
We’ll narrow your locations, home features, and price range, then separate the essentials from the nice-to-haves.
Think about your daily routine, commute, space needs, and plans for the next few years.
FIND YOUR HOME · STEP 4
Look beyond the listing photos.
We’ll arrange showings, compare the options, and talk through each home’s strengths and tradeoffs. Your feedback helps refine the search.
Planning to visit a model home or new construction community? Contact me first so we can coordinate your visit.
FIND YOUR HOME · STEP 5
Make a decision with context.
When you find a home you like, we’ll review comparable sales and discuss price, terms, timelines, and the questions that matter to you.
I’ll help you understand the offer before you decide what to submit.
FIND YOUR HOME · STEP 6
Your accepted offer starts the next chapter.
We’ll work through the seller’s response. Once an agreement is in place, we’ll coordinate with the title or escrow team and organize the next steps.
Your signed agreement sets the deadlines and responsibilities. Keep those dates close at hand.
MAKE IT YOURS · STEP 7
Get to know the property in detail.
Arrange inspections, review available disclosures and property information, and discuss any concerns and possible next steps before applicable deadlines.
A home inspection evaluates condition. An appraisal serves a different purpose: estimating value for the financing process.
MAKE IT YOURS · STEP 8
Keep the moving pieces moving.
If you’re financing, your lender coordinates any required appraisal and reviews your loan file. Respond to document requests and keep your lender informed.
Several steps may happen at the same time. Stay in touch with your lender, title team, and me.
MAKE IT YOURS · STEP 9
Bring the final details together.
Review your closing documents and costs with the appropriate professionals. Coordinate insurance, utilities, your move, and a final walkthrough.
Confirm payment instructions directly with your title or escrow company using a trusted phone number.
MAKE IT YOURS · STEP 10
Welcome to your next chapter.
Complete the required signing and closing steps. We’ll coordinate key delivery and possession according to your agreement and confirmation from the closing team.
Signing and receiving the keys do not always happen at the same moment—confirm the plan before scheduling your move.
Moving in is a milestone. I’m still a resource when questions come up, you need a local connection, or you’re thinking about your next real estate move.
Want more detail on financing and closing? Explore the CFPB’s homebuying resources.
I’m Chris—an Arizona real estate agent with REAL Broker LLC, an investor, and a property owner. I bring those perspectives to our conversations as we explore what fits your goals.
You don’t need to have every answer before reaching out.
Tell me where you are in the process, and we’ll take it from there.