Step 1: Find the perfect real estate agent and let them know you're ready to purchase a home.

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Step 2: They'll connect you with a lender to get pre-approved for a mortgage.

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Step 3: You'll go over the perfect house in detail and your agent will look at the market for availability.

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Step 4: She/He will then schedule property tours until you find the right one.

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Step 5: Once you've found your dream house, your agent will discuss property details with you to place a sound offer.

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Step 6: After an offer is accepted, you'll go into a 30-45 day contract period, while your lender works to secure the full loan.

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Step 7: During this transaction period, home inspections and appraisals are conducted.

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Step 8: Your agent can then work with you to negotiate repair requests for items you'd prefer be taken care of by the seller.

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Step 9: If all conditions have been met for your mortgage approval and all parties have agreed to negotiations, then you get to make your way to the closing table.

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Step 10: After the final purchase contract has been signed at the title company, you get to move into your dream home!