Buying Experience
From starter homes to dream homes, as Engel & Völkers we provide unparalleled and personalized buying experiences for every client. We believe that buying a home is one of the most important decisions you will make, and it's an honor and our passion to be part of this journey with you. As trusted advisors, we make it our responsibility to understand your home buying goals - from your overall vision and budget, to neighborhood amenities and architectural details - and help you discover the right space to call your own To us, luxury is about the richness of life that begins and ends in the most important space we know - home
The Power of Invest ing in Ownership
There are both financial and emotional benefits to owning a home After all, a home is the center of your world
HOMEEQUITY
When you own a home, you are investing your money into your future. Home equity has the ability to increase each time you make your monthly mortgage payments, aswell aswhen you make smart home improvements In a strong economy, home values can increase each year
Thegreater your equity,themoreyoucancapitalizeonyour home'svalueover time
FIXED COSTS
Seek professional advise from your tax consultants about your financing options (if you are financing) to tailor your investment commitment to your specific needs.
CREATIVEFREEDOM
Owning a property allows you to surround yourself with an aesthetic that reflects your personality and brings you joy. The possibilitiescan be endless when it comes to turning your home into your dream space.
STABILITY
A home should be a place of comfort and happiness
With homeownership comesasenseof security in an investment andaspacewherememoriesaremade.
Part ner wit h an Engel & Völkers advisor
Engel & Völkers is known throughout the world for the unmistakable service experience our advisors providetheir clients. Our advisorsoffer morethana typical real estate agent, representing an elevated levelof service,expertise,andperformance.
Engel & Völkers attracts real estate professionals who arewell respected within their communities,as well as those who have a deep understanding of client service We know the people, the places and nuances of each cul-de-sac, community and country we represent As trusted advisors, we guide you through your home journey with in depth neighborhood expertise, distinguished care - and a bit of fun
Breaking it
The Buying Process
The reasons for buying a home are personal, so the first thing to consider is what you want to achieveinpurchasingahome
Buying a home is filled with both strategic thinking and emotions. With ever-changing market conditions and other variables, various factors may affect the path you take in finding thepropertythat'sright for you.
As your consultant, an Engel & Völkers advisor helpsyouunderstand themarket landscapeand determine, based on your goals, if now isin fact the right time to buy and then identifying the correct approach.
As far as the property itself, it's wise to invest the time to outline the key factors and features relatingtoyour search,including:
YOURBUYINGPOWER
It's important to identify what you are able to afford when it comes to a home and how much a lender is willing to loan based on key factors such as income, debt, expenses, etc Your advisor can help you work within that budget and take into account other considerations asit relatestothepropertyyouseek
YOURMUST-HAVES
Identify your must-haves and list them out in priority, for both you and whomever you may be purchasing your home with. Make a list of your non-negotiables when it comes to a home and take that with you when you
WHAT TYPEOFHOMEDO YOUWANT?
Are you looking for a single-family home, townhouse, condominium, co-op or a multi-family building? There are many optionsandconsiderationsfor eachthat will impact your search.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Thisisone of the most important factorsto consider when you're looking for your new home, because unlike structures, paint colors, and flooring, the location of your home cannot be changed Beyond the physical lcoationof thehomewithinthecity or town, you should also think about its location in the neighborhood, community, and/or the building, as this too will have an impact onyour home'svalue
The Buying Process
Whether you are looking to purchase your first home, a vacation home, or an investment property, our advisors maintain an active list of available local homes, and also have access to listings worldwide through the Engel & Völkers' global network.
We take pleasure in working with you, and preparing you, for the home buying process through the following steps:
Select an advisor
Gain mortgage pre-approval (if financing)
Have an inital consultation with your advisor with your pre-approval in-hand to set up your strategy together
Shop for your new home
Work with your advisor to present a wellcrafted offer and allow them to negotiate on your behalf
Home Inspection
Appraisal
Finalize Documents
Final Walk Through Closing & Moving In
Packing Tips
1. Separate your valuables and important documents, and keep them with you during the move
2 Preparea'Start-up-Kit'of itemsandboxthoseup to take with you aswell Thisway if your belongings arrivelate,or you are delayed in unpacking,you will havewhat youneedimmediatelyonhand
3 Label boxed by items and room to make unpackinganeasier process.
DECLUTTERAND DONATE
Before you begin packing up boxes, take inventory of your furniture and other belonging to decide what to keep and what to purge If its not worth the effort of packing, moving and unpacking, consider donating, sellingor discardingtheseitems
STRATEGIZE
A smooth and successful move is only possible with a plan Select a moving day toworktoward,andIdentifyand engagea moving company as soon as possible ? Engel & Völkers is happy to make a local recommendation
PACK
Purchase your moving supplies including boxes, moving labels, bubble wrap etc Begin packing itemsthat wont beneededbetweennowandyour move date, including things like decorations, photos, and off season clothing Then, schedule time to pack remaining items based on room or categorytomakeit easytounpack
CHANGEYOURADDRESS
Make sure to not only update your address with friends, family, and service providers, but alsoanymailing clubs,subscriptions,and utility companies for both ending and starting serviceat your newaddress
FINAL PREPARATIONS
Thisisthe day when your moving strategy pays off and your focus can be on saying goodbyes and enjoying the exciting elementsof your new home Onceyouget intoyour newhome,oneof the first things you should do is to have new locksinstalledandanextraset of keysmade
WHAT TO EXPECT AT CLOSING
Aslong asyouhaveeverything inorder,the closing process should be simple and straightforward Closing day typically happens four to six weeks after the sales and purchase contract is executed, and it involves the buyer and seller, along with their respected agents, a representative from the title company, closing agent, or attorney,andlender
During the closing process, The buyer and seller execute and sign all remaining legal documents and pay closing costs and escrowitems Besuretobring twoformsof identification, certified funds for any remaining costs, and any additional documentsrequestedbythelender
Once all paperwork is executed, you will receive the keys to your new home, and thenallthat'sleft todoiscelebrate!
Live Your Luxury
At Engel & Völkers, we believe in clients for life. Not only during, but well after the purchase of a home, our advisors connect y ou with experts to help you continue making the most of the walls and community that surround you Luxury found in the little moments that when combined create the essence - and the intangible qualities - that make a house, "home."
