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The Buying Process is not an Enigma Machine!

Whether purchasing your new home, a second home, a vacation rental investment, or mountain acreage, the process is entirely understandable; your decisions are much easier when you get the right information at the right time from the right sources.     

As your Buyer's Agent, this is how the process works:

  1. You search online for places that appeal to you and meet your needs. (I recommend the Advance Search feature on the website)
  2. Conduct a personal "drive by".  If you can't do this, ask me to do it for you.  Why?  Because the listing  pictures sometimes leave things out :)  This is an important step -- you will save lot's of time.
  3. Contact me to schedule a tour, or "showing" of the property--or the short list of properties you are now focused on. We will together analyse the "pro's" and "con's" of your selections.  
  4. Decide on which property most satisfies your desires and expectations, then...
  5. Formulate a strategy for getting the property when you want it at the price you're willing to pay.  I will draft the written offer for your review and signature, then present your offer to the Seller or Seller's agent.
  6. The Seller will either (1) accept the offer, (2) counter-offer, or (3) decline the offer.  
  7. I will advise and assist you in negotiating a final purchase price and terms that benefit you.  This is important.  Why?  Because many properties are priced anticipating this step.  
  8. When the Seller agrees to your price and terms, you are now "Under Contract".  But you can still walk away from the deal during your negotiated "due diligence" period.  I'll be glad to explain.  
  9. Further examine the property with the help of experts - home inspector, handy-man/contractors, etc. I will coordinate the types of activities you want to happen.
  10. Negotiate some more, if necessary.  Yes, I advise and help with this, too.
  11. Secure financing (if necessary) and coordinate final actions necessary for a smooth closing.  Again, all things I can advise and assist with.
  • Close the transaction.  You now own the property!  

Home Buying Can Be Easy
As your buying agent, I can help streamline the process of buying a home and make it easier for you. I’ve aligned myself with professionals in the industry, and once an offer has been accepted, I will personally help facilitate the process to close on the home. By working closely with mortgage brokers, title and escrow companies, home inspectors, and others as needed I will provide you with the best service possible!

Contact me today to find out how I seek and promote your best interests in this buying process!

Some Most Recent Listings

TBD Galax Lane, Banner Elk image
TBD Galax Lane, Banner Elk $149,900

Discover an exceptional homesite in the desirable Summit section of Crooked Creek, positioned at the top of the development for added privacy and a peaceful mountain sett...

  • 264298 MLS
37 Tioga Drive, Banner Elk image
37 Tioga Drive, Banner Elk $1,895,000

Welcome to this newly furnished, designer decorated, light-filled mountain retreat with long range views in the much sought after gated community of Eagles Nest. This ho...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 264296 MLS
L11 Woodlake Loop, Elk Park image
L11 Woodlake Loop, Elk Park $18,000

Welcome to Headwaters at Banner Elk, a premier gated mountain community offering an exceptional collection of resort-style amenities. Lot L11 features approximately one a...

  • 264292 MLS
158 River View Lane, Blowing Rock image
158 River View Lane, Blowing Rock $798,000

Retreat to this gorgeous riverfront mountain getaway. Newer construction with high ceilings and an open-concept interior featuring sliding barn doors and modern lighti...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 264283 MLS
214 Thompson Hollow Road, Vilas image
214 Thompson Hollow Road, Vilas $219,900

Enjoy a convenient location from this 3BR/2BA, 1248sq.ft. home on 1.71 unrestricted acres with attached 2-car garage and detached workshop/garage. Home offers wood/tile f...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 264211 MLS
1044 US Hwy 321, Sugar Grove image
1044 US Hwy 321, Sugar Grove $449,000

Welcome to 1044 US Hwy 321 — One of the Best Deals on the Market in the High Country! Nestled in the heart of the Cove Creek area in Sugar Grove, NC, this freshly renova...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 264268 MLS
Lot 172 Wilderness Reserve Parkway, Deep Gap image
Lot 172 Wilderness Reserve Parkway, Deep Gap $329,000

Looking for a new or second home site in the High Country of western North Carolina, well you have found it! This very large lot affords privacy as well as building optio...

  • 264243 MLS
269 Sunrise Cove, Blowing Rock image
269 Sunrise Cove, Blowing Rock $499,000

"Bear Bungalow" - A Restored Super Cute Blowing Rock Cottage being offered turn-key! Great vacation rental with a long proven history. One of the few in-town homes “grand...

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 264187 MLS
987 Alpine Drive, Seven Devils image
987 Alpine Drive, Seven Devils $120,000

Build your dream High Country mountain home on Alpine Drive, a prime residential building lot situated in the heart of the desirable Seven Devils community. Tucked into a...

  • 264281 MLS
Lot 56 Pinnacle Drive, Elk Park image
Lot 56 Pinnacle Drive, Elk Park $250,000

An exceptional opportunity to build your custom mountain retreat on this inviting 1.07-acre homesite in the prestigious gated community of Headwaters at Banner Elk. Showc...

  • 264286 MLS
Lot 43 Sunset Drive, Elk Park image
Lot 43 Sunset Drive, Elk Park $195,000

Discover a truly rare offering in the North Carolina High Country: a stunning homesite showcasing unobstructed views across the tranquil, still waters of the community la...

  • 264285 MLS
253 Farm Loop Road, Banner Elk image
253 Farm Loop Road, Banner Elk $1,475,000

Mountain living feels effortless at 253 Farm Loop Road, where mountain views and an inviting sense of community come together in one of Banner Elk’s most sought-after gat...

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 264217 MLS
214 Blanwood Drive, Boone image
214 Blanwood Drive, Boone $539,000

Location, location, location! Welcome to this exceptional, move-in-ready primary home offering an unbeatable central Boone setting. Positioned just a short trip from vibr...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 264193 MLS
TBD Abigail Lane, Deep Gap image
TBD Abigail Lane, Deep Gap $55,000

Conveniently located between Boone, West Jefferson, and Todd, NC, Eden's Gate subdivision is truly a rare find with quiet mountain living and beautifully built homes near...

  • 264027 MLS
TBD Abigail Lane, Deep Gap image
TBD Abigail Lane, Deep Gap $55,000

Conveniently located between Boone, West Jefferson, and Todd, NC, Eden's Gate subdivision is truly a rare find with quiet mountain living and beautifully built homes near...

  • 264091 MLS
501 John Ward Road, Sugar Grove image
501 John Ward Road, Sugar Grove $1,499,900

Welcome to Mountain Splendor! Enjoy the best of Watauga County living from this furnished custom log home offering 4+BR/4.5BA, 5216sq.ft. on over 8 unrestricted acres wit...

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 264037 MLS
126 Green Cliffs Road, Sugar Mountain image
126 Green Cliffs Road, Sugar Mountain $1,795,000

Bold modern design meets spectacular long-range mountain views at the top of Sugar Mountain! Currently in the final stages of construction with drywall installed, this im...

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 263827 MLS
186 Carson Court Unit 77, Boone image
186 Carson Court Unit 77, Boone $470,000

Discover your dream home at Townhomes at Brookshire where convenience meets serene mountain living! This pristine, two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhouse offers a rar...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 264250 MLS
375 Chestnut Unit 2, Blowing Rock image
375 Chestnut Unit 2, Blowing Rock $1,899,000

Welcome to this refined mountain retreat in the heart of Blowing Rock. Just moments from the boutiques, fine dining and timeless charm of Main Street, this extraordinary ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 264257 MLS
659 Club House Drive Unit D2, Banner Elk image
659 Club House Drive Unit D2, Banner Elk $975,000

Hard to find Greystone Condo in Elk River. This two bedroom, two and a half bath condo offers the convenience of single level living, split floor plan design, and the opp...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 264255 MLS

The information from this search is provided by the High 'Country Multiple Listing Service. Please be aware that not all listings produced from this search will be of this real estate company. All information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Please verify all property information before entering into a purchase.”

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