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Time prior to desired moving date

Purchasing a new home is an exciting experience. By taking some time in the beginning to get organized, you can keep the stress to a minimum. Yamon! has been through many purchases and sales of homes and have the knowledge and experience to guide you through the process.

We have a team of professionals that can assist you through the process from mortgage brokers and title companies to home inspectors and insurance agents.

Since these referrals are our personal team members, we do require that you contact us in order to receive their information.

 

3-4 Months
  • Develop a personal checklist
  • Start Mortgage Pre-Approval process
  • Find an Agent
  • Begin property search
2-3 Months
  • Compare and evaluate homes
  • Choose a home
  • Offer and purchase contract
  • Home Inspection
  • Closing arrangements
5-6 Weeks
  • Moving arrangements
  • Monitor mortgage process
  • Arrange for any school transfers or registrations
  • Arrange homeowners insurance
3-4 Weeks
  • Start basic packing
  • Make address changes
  • Arrange for utilities at new home
  • Purchase decorating items (e.g. draperies) for new home
1-2 Weeks
  • Verify mover
  • Verify closing details with settlement agent
  • Verify any final mortgage details
  • Packing