In this crazy hot market, the buying process can sometimes feel fast and furious. I’m finding many times clients must see a house within a day or two of hitting the market, then make a decision to write an offer same day. Buying a home is such a big investment, I always want to make sure my clients feel they’re making the best, most informed decision. No matter how quickly we have to move. The key to feeling prepared is doing some groundwork before even walking into a home, and I am always there to help with this work!
Buyer Advisory by AAR
One tool I use for this is called a Buyers Advisory. The Arizona Association of Realtors created this document as a road map for buyers and it is required for signature with every offer. However, if you receive it only when making an offer, chances are slim that you’ll actually use it as intended. (it is 13 pages long). It is really compilation of 20+ websites/resources to help buyers find information on a property or neighborhood.
I like to review this advisory with clients at the very beginning of their search. This way when searching online and narrowing neighborhoods, clients can do the research up front. They can cross some investigation off their list early. The advisory will help you get information like crime statistics, environmental concerns, school districts, zoning maps, airport proximity/flight paths, and more!
Get a jump start
Knowing what neighborhoods fit your general criteria not only makes the offer-making process easier but will make the inspection period go more smoothly. The standard inspection period is 10 days long. Sometimes to make a stronger offer, we will even want to shorten this period. Additionally, the advisory guides what things to look at and investigate in regard to property condition. Being able to go into the timeframe with some research already under belt will make such a difference.
If you want to know more about this document, and how I can help you make an informed decision. Shoot me an email. Happy to share the advisory with you!
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