BUYER'S COURSE
Here's What You Need to Know About Buying a Home in the Contra Costa..
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Located in the heart of Contra Costa offers an unparalleled blend of serene suburban living and the convenience of city life.
Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade your living situation, our tailored market updates, captivating community videos, and comprehensive real estate insights make your home-buying journey seamless and enjoyable.
Exclusive Market Updates
Located in the heart of Contra Costa offers an unparalleled blend of serene suburban living and the convenience of city life.
Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade your living situation, our tailored market updates, captivating community videos, and comprehensive real estate insights make your home-buying journey seamless and enjoyable.
Exclusive Market Updates
We know selling a property can be stressful and overwhelming! That’s why we got you covered. With the right team by your side, we will guide and navigate you purchasing process to help you make informative decisions to get you the best price with the best terms possible.
Our exclusive market updates will help you stay ahead of the curve with our up to minute market updates. From the latest listings, price trends and days on market, we ensure you will have all the information you need to make informed decisions on your sale. East Bay's real estate landscape is dynamic, and with our expert analysis you will always be well informed and in the know.
Buyer's Course
NAR CHANGES
Module 1: You Need An Expert
Module 2: Buyer's Compensation
Module 3: Choosing the Right Lender
Module 4: Making an Offer and Negotiations
Module 5: Your Offer Is Accepted
Module 6: Inspections Are Complete
Module 7: Inspecctions
Module 8: Erin Brockovich Buyer Compensation
Module 9: Should Sellers Offer Buyer Compensation
Module 10: Final Steps
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WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL BUYER COURSE FOR
CONTRA COSTA
If you're either thinking about purchasing a new home or already made the decision to purchase a house, but you still have questions or concerns regarding the process, price or anything else :
You're in the right place.
This free home buyer seminar is giving you the exact step by step blueprint on everything you need so you can get clarity on everything A-Z and guide to you make the best decision in purchasing your new home.
You will learn about timelines and timing, inspections, loan pre-approvals, negotiations, and so much more.
Take a look around and let us know how we can help you
Yvonne Paredes | Realtor
Brokered by One Realty one Group
DRE #01989739
Welcome To The Virtual Buyer Course Library
Enjoy the latest & most up-to-date marketing & sales tactics to help you purchase a NEW home.
Thinking About Buying?
"Are you thinking about buying a home but you don't know where to start?"
Learn to take advantage of Tax Saving opportunities instead of throwing your money away
Walk through the important aspects of purchasing a home
What to Expect When Buying a Home
"Purchasing a home is most likely going to be one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime."
We have helped many clients in the past and we can help you too
Home Buying Process -
First Step
"How quickly will my home sell? This is a common question we get."
Learn about the market climate and absorption rates
The market climate will determine how quickly your home will sell
Pre-Approval vs
Pre-Qualification
"Why you need an approval rather than just a pre-qualification."
Pre-Qualification is not a true approval but the initial step in a home loan process where you discuss your financial situation with a loan officer - nothing is verified
Pre- Approval is where the buyer provides the lender with the necessary documents to tell them what they are approved for, which loan option is the best for them and what the interest rate will be
10 Must Not’s When Buying a Home
"Once you find your dream home, we need to make sure you get to move into it."
Don’t change jobs; becoming self employed or quit current job
Don’t buy a Vehicle
Don’t use any credit cards or let your accounts fall behind
Don’t spend money you saved for closing
Don’t omit any debt or liabilities from your loan application
What are the Pros and Cons of Purchasing a Home?
"Whether you’ve never owned a home before or it’s been a while since you’ve purchased, let's talk about the pros and cons."
Pro: Your wealth can increase as you build equity
Con: Maintenance costs; work and money to keep a home in good condition it takes work, time and money
How Much Money Do I Need To Purchase a New Home?
"Most people are afraid that it will cost them thousands and thousands of dollars to purchase a home in Walnut Creek/ Concord Area"
There are various loans and grants to qualify to purchase a home
3 Tips To Get Your Offer Accepted
"Are you competing with other buyers on your dream home or do you want to make sure you’ve got the best chance of getting your offer accepted?
Make sure you offered a competitive price on a home
Put down a larger earnest money deposit
Let the seller know that you have not written offers on any other properties
Offer Has Been Accepted, What’s Next?
"Once your offer has been accepted, it's time to open up escrow."
It's time to get inspections done on the home, review disclosures, secure the loan, and get the appraisal done
Lets Get You Prepared To Buy A Home
MEET THE TEAM
Here's your team that will help you throughout the
entire selling & buying process
Yvonne Paredes | Realtor
DRE # 01346304
Raquel Louie | Realtor
DRE# 0187192
Maria Fuentes | Marketing Specialist
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT YVONNE PAREDES
"Absolutely Fantastic"
"Yvonne walked us through every step of selling a home. Explaining everything in detail- what to expect and how things worked. We put our complete trust in her and she delivered 100%. Every step of the way went so smoothly. I can not imagine going through a process like this without her knowledge, compassion and true professionalism!
I HIGHLY recommend Yvonne for any of your real estate needs!"
- A. Smith
"Yvonne was the unicorn we needed last year, during our home search and purchase"
"To say the least, she hustled for us researched and viewed homes when our schedules didn’t permit us to, educated us on all things Concord and Walnut Creek, guided us to great neighborhoods and was with us every step of the way through closing and beyond!."
-E. Mininfield
"Yvonne was absolutely amazing"
"She took the time to explain every detail of the process to us. She worked with my husband and I to prioritize the necessary upgrades that would get us top dollar for our home. Yvonne is extremely professional and kept us updated on all developments.
We are so grateful for her hard work and dedication"
-J. Hazen
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