Professionals In The Home Buying & Selling Process

Professionals In The Home Buying & Selling Process

Mortgage Brokers/Loan Officers/Lender 

These are the first people potential home buyers should contact.  Without cash to buy in full a mortgage is needed.  The first step is the PRE-Approval.  This lets buyers know how much of a loan they qualified for.  No guessing just the facts.  These are the licenced mortgage professionals and are up to date on the latest regulations and loan programs you may be eligible for.  Only a licenced mortgage professional should be contacted about mortgages.

Realtors/Real Estate Agents

These professionals are the next step.  But they can be the first step briefly.  Once the Realtor has the PRE-Approval it is time to shop for the appropriate property.  Realtors are the guides and line of defense in the home shopping experience for home buyers and sellers .  When buying new homes the builders sales team has the best interest of the builder not the buyer.  The buyers Realtor works for the buyer and is free, paid for by the builder.

Real Estate Attorneys

It’s a good idea to find a attorney that is right for you early on.  Find out pricing and how and what the real estate attorneys process is for reviewing contracts.  When it comes to legal questions about the buying and selling process only a licenced Real Estate Attorney should be used.

Title Companies

Title companies show up most of the time when a buyer places a down payment on a property.  Although some title companies also do a title search on a property that is being put up for sale.  This helps ensure the title is clear.  It is common now for title companies to hold the down payment on a home.  Brokers rarely hold down payment money anymore.

 

How to get ready for a home inspection. Rich Noto Home inspector Realtor

Home Inspectors

Play a big part in confirming the property is in ok shape to purchase.  The home inspector should be selected prior to finding a home. The reason is when a home is found it may only be a maximum of 15 days to have the home inspected.  It can be much less.  Try and select 2 companies.  That way if one is busy the other may be free to inspect the property.  If you like a second opinion, having a second inspection is the way to go.  As a home seller having a inspection done prior to sale will help ensure your home passes the buyers inspection. If the inspector finds issues this will give you time to repair them. A home inspection is a small cost for such a large Purchase or sale.  Some things to keep in mind.  A home inspection can not find everything.  It is a visual on the surface inspections.  Home inspectors unless the Inspector has additional licenses can not check for things like wood destroying organisms and mold.

 

 

Licenced Appraisers

The Appraiser plays a large role in the process.  Mortgage companies always have the home appraised to make sure the amount they are lending is what the home is worth.  If the appraisal comes back off the lender will not lend.  Appraisers also can and should be used by a homeowner to get a more exact value of the property.  Like a home inspection it is a small cost for a very large purchase or sale.

Tax Professional/Accountant CPA/Tax Attorney

This is the person who is licenced to give tax advice.  If you have questions about how your purchase, investment property, 1031 exchange or other tax related questions will affect you. These are the professionals.

Notary Public/Loan Signing Agent

This is the last person you will see.  The Notary will have all your loan documents.  As a signing agent the Notary is generally trained in what each document means.  Also where to sign and initial.  The Signing agent may give you a brief explanation of each document.  The Notary does not have the ability to answer questions about things like why the interest rate is a certain amount.  For document terms the lender would need to be contacted.

Contractors

Such as Roofing, Electrical, and Plumbing Contractors (Electricians/Plumbers/Roofers).  Structural Engineers are also very important. You might be wondering why?  Well your home inspector will be pointing out defects.  The report will suggest these contractors as required.  To get a price and professional opinion on the repair these home contractors should be selected early on.  Again the inspection period may be a max of 15 days but don’t be surprised to see 7.  Having to start hunting contractors with the clock ticking may be to late.

Stores like Lowes and Home Depot

As a buyer or seller that has had a inspection or just looking to make upgrades.  These stores are essential.  It could be as simple as getting a price on a new dryer, carpet, sink, front door or a full kitchen renovation.  Be sure to use the resources they have online and in store if you have any questions about pricing.  While home shopping I have found these stores were my regular stops after house hunting for the day.


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14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #3307
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3
Beds
2
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1,396
square feet,
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# A4571396
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8156 BOAT HOOK LOOP, #308
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3
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2
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# O6114124
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14732 WOODARD COVE COURT
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$369,000
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3
Beds
3
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# O6110948
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41
327 WINDFORD COURT
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$350,000
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3
Beds
2
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# O6112035
Compass Florida, LLC
$350,000
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59
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #3533
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$350,000
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
square feet,
Welcome to your Florida dream vacation home. This fully furnished and elegant 3 bedroom, 2 bath Jazmine unit is turnkey and ready... (more)
# O6110649
Coldwell Banker Realty
$350,000
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19 days on this site
Reduced by $30,000 4 days ago
12
410 E CYPRESS STREET
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$399,900
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,176
square feet,
RARE WINTERGARDEN INVESTOR/BUILDER OPPORTUNITY*** Double lot with R-2 Zoning 139 x 142 property. Prime location. Located in the he... (more)
# O6111067
Compass Florida LLC
$399,900
For Sale
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21 days on this site
56
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, UNIT 1646 AVENUE
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$379,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,375
square feet,
OWN this SIX-FLOOR, LARGER TWO-BEDROOM unit in Building One or Premier Tower, overlooking the tall fountain and the entrance are... (more)
# A4569973
Realty Executives Gallery
$379,000
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26 days on this site
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48
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1329
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$399,900
For Sale
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,544
square feet,
READY TO SELL - LOWEST SABLE FLOOR PLAN BY $20, 000, PLUS THIS HAS FIREWORKS VIEW! FINANCIALS AVAILABLE! Welcome to The Grove, a... (more)
# A4569366
Florida Condo Hotel Sales LLC
$399,900
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14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #2539
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$310,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,375
square feet,
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# O6107845
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42
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #2103
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$335,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
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# O6101310
Exp Realty LLC
$335,000
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11
12949 LANGSTAFF DRIVE
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$359,900
For Sale
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,375
square feet,
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# O6101128
Vacasa Florida LLC
$359,900
For Sale
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62 days on this site
34
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1409
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$372,000
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
square feet,
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# O6100943
The Jerry Barker Group LLC
$372,000
For Sale
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63 days on this site
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14
16907 ARROWHEAD BOULEVARD
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$330,000
For Sale
2
Beds
1
Baths
460
square feet,
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# O6098637
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$330,000
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58
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #3208
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$355,000
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
square feet,
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# O6094347
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$355,000
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48
14200 AVALON ROAD, #406
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$332,000
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,288
square feet,
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# O6091673
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$332,000
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Reduced by $1 2 days ago
48
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1224
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$364,989
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
square feet,
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# O6095976
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51
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1636
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$364,989
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
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# O6095978
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53
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1310
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$340,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
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# O6096596
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40
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1433
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$348,500
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3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
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# S5081682
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22
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #2233
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$395,000
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
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# O6093092
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18
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #3132
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$320,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
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# O6091603
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$320,000
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105 days on this site
37
11564 MIZZON DRIVE, #304
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$359,000
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,332
square feet,
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# S5080647
Maxim Realty Orlando
$359,000
For Sale
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113 days on this site
13
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1105
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$314,950
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
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# O6088279
Kona Realty Services LLC
$314,950
For Sale
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120 days on this site
10
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #3236
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$334,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,434
square feet,
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# S5079670
Flare Properties LLC
$334,000
For Sale
Residential
134 days on this site
43
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #3204
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$330,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,375
square feet,
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# O6079039
Exp Realty LLC
$330,000
For Sale
Residential
135 days on this site
Reduced by $100 3 days ago
13
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1336
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$394,700
For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
square feet,
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# O6080973
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$394,700
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150 days on this site
20
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #1318
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$399,900
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
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# S5078297
Portal Orlando Realty, LLC
$399,900
For Sale
Residential
169 days on this site
72
14501 GROVE RESORT AVE, #1711
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$359,995
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
Amazing luxury vacation home at 7th floor in perfect graded resort - The Grove Resort & SPA Orlando! Just 5 mins to Disney World! ... (more)
# S5078321
Century 21 Carioti
$359,995
For Sale
Residential
170 days on this site
27
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #2232
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$345,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
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# O6077675
Premier Sothebys Int'l Realty
$345,000
For Sale
Residential
173 days on this site
Reduced by $10,000 8 days ago
34
14501 GROVE RESORT AVENUE, #3415
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$399,000
For Sale
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,265
square feet,
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# S5077807
Global Real Estate Services In
$399,000
For Sale
Residential
182 days on this site
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