Buying a Home

Home. It's the most important purchase you'll ever make. As an experienced agent, I understand the difference between buying a house and finding your home. Let me show you how to make the process smooth and trouble-free.

BUY WITH CHRIS THEN

Purchasing a new home is a significant decision, a major investment, and requires a considerable amount of effort. It's also often ranked among the Top 5 Most Stressful Experiences in Life. Therefore, as you embark on this journey, it’s crucial to partner with someone who truly understands these challenges and will support you every step of the way.

The process begins with a discussion. What are your priorities in a new home? Consider the size, style, and location. What about the neighborhood? Think about the schools, the community, and access to public transportation. How long do you envision staying in this home? Is it a temporary place, or is it your forever home? Once we clarify your goals, we will get to work. I will present you with both listed and off-market properties and focus on identifying the perfect match for you by closely evaluating your feedback on each option we explore. We will continuously adjust our search, seek out new (and sometimes elusive) opportunities, and keep an eye on real-time market changes until we find the home you've always dreamed of.

Throughout this entire process, I adopt a collaborative approach, remaining consistently active, highly engaged, and entirely accessible — available around the clock. So, when would you like to begin?

beforeyoubuy

CONSULTATION

I recognize that purchasing a home is a significant investment, possibly one of the largest you will ever undertake. That's why my initial step when collaborating with buyers is to engage in a thorough discussion regarding the various elements of a home that matter most to you. This includes considerations like location, proximity to schools and public transportation, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms you prefer, and, most importantly, your overall goals for your new home.

thesearch

HOME SEARCH

My objective is to collaborate with you to gain a thorough understanding of your preferences so that we can provide the most effective assistance. Once I identify your needs, we will start sharing homes that match your criteria, including both properties currently on the market and those that are not publicly listed. As a real estate expert, I highly value the feedback from buyers throughout their home search process, and adjust our approach based on your input.

makingthepurchase

MAKING THE PURCHASE

Throughout our collaboration, Coldwell Banker Realty actively monitors your local market for any changes and analyzes comparable properties that align with your search criteria. This ensures that you remain informed, empowering you to make confident and educated decisions when purchasing your next home. I keep myself updated on developments in the real estate market, guaranteeing that you receive the best value for your investment when buying a home.

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Sample Mortgage Rates

For 6/21/2025

30 Year Fixed
6.75%
15 Year Fixed
6.125%
7/6 ARM
7.375%

For general informational purposes only. Actual rates available to you will depend on many factors including lender, income, credit, location, and property value. Contact a mortgage broker to find out what programs are available to you.

Mortgage calculator estimates are provided by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC and are intended for information use only. Your payments may be higher or lower and all loans are subject to credit approval.