Buyer To Do List

· Talk to your Broker and get pre-approved.

· Know your budget and if possible, your extra $ to win the property.

· Make a list of what you want in a property. I.e, Beds, baths, garages, shed, pool, yard size.

· Use the “What you want” checklist at each property, tick the boxes for your must-have.

· Make sure you write the address at the top so you remember.

· Make a Shortlist of properties you like.

· Use your calendar to book the open home times to be sure you don’t miss one.

· Talk to the agent about price and critical timings for the sale. Terms are very important.

· If you like it FILL IN THE OFFER FORM at the inspection.

· Ask the agent when they will be calling you back to let you know if your offer was accepted.

What do you need to do when you put a contract on a house

· Get a contract from the Agent.

· Read over the contract and ensure the details are correct.

· If you need to, get a Solicitor to look over the contract.

· When ready to sign, initial relevant pages and sign as the purchaser.

· Get house insurance and pay the deposit.

· Get a copy of the dated contract from the agent and send to the broker.

· Put the important dates into the calendar, B&P, finance, and settlement.

· Arrange a Building and Pest Inspection (B&P) as soon as you sign.

· Keep in touch with the broker for finance to meet the date.

· Arrange services to your new home.

· Pre-settlement inspection.

· Move in and congratulations.