Want to know more about the home buying process in Washington State? Interested in buying a property, but don’t know where to start? The home buying process at times can feel overwhelming and confusing, but this class will help make it all clear. This free class requires registration. The class will be taught by local real estate, mortgage, escrow and inspection experts.
Seattle First Time Home Buyer Class
Price : Free
Date : January 20th, 2010
Time : 7PM to 10PM
Registration : RSVP Required to team@urbanabodegroup.com- 20 spots available
Location : Keller Williams Greater Seattle, 1307 N. 45th Street – 3rd Floor – Wallingford Neighborhood @ 45th & Stone - Seattle, WA 98103
Course Agenda
Introductions & Class Overview
- Introductions
- What you want to learn in the class?
Home Ownership vs Renting
- Responsibility
- How long do I need to own a house?
- Tax Benefits of home ownership
- Reason for purchasing
Home Finance
- How much can you afford?
- Credit Score & Credit Repair
- Loan Programs
- Down Payment & Closing Costs
- Appraisal Process : What you need to know
What to look for in a Real Estate and Mortgage Professional
- How do you find a great realtor & mortgage professional?
- What to look for in an agent
- Questions to ask
Finding your right home
- House, townhome or condo?
- Home Owners Associations
- You can’t have everything – what are you top “Must Haves”
- Neighborhood decision
End to End Process in Washington State
- Making an offer through getting your keys
Closing Documents
- Key documents to know such as Truth In Lending and HUD
Title & Escrow
- What is the duty of the title and escrow company
- How to ensure a successful closing
- What to expect at escrow
Home Inspection Process
- Home inspection process overview
- What is & is not in a home inspection
- Overview of various home inspections
Maintain Your Home
- What do you need to know to maintain your home
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I think this free event catered the audience with just the right guidelines in buying a property. Hope you’ll schedule an event again for those who missed it.