The preceding information will help you start your search for a new home. The most efficient method of shopping for a new home is to consult a real estate professional.

A real estate agent can provide a broad range of services to help you find the right home in the shortest period of time. Professional real estate services include;

1. You prequalify for a loan so that you'll know what price range you can afford.

2. Presenting you with detailed information about each community such as the prices and characteristics of homes in the area, the location of schools and shopping, property tax rates, and other services.

3. Showing you homes that meet your specific requirements without wasting your time seeing properties that would not suit your needs (your real estate professional can generate a complete list of homes that specifically fit your wish list and your financial needs).

4. Presenting your offer to the seller as a third party who is positioned to negotiate on your behalf as a buyer representative until an agreement is reached. Be advised, THE REPRESENTATIVES IN THE MODEL CENTER DO NOT REPRESENT you. THEY REPRESENT THE BUILDER and are LOOKING OUT FOR THE BUILDERS INTERESTS!

5. Consulting with you about the make up of neighborhoods, mortgage loan availability, escrow services, home and termite inspections, utility costs, title insurance, etc.

6. Buyer representation by a realtor is at no cost to the buyer. That's right! The realtor's fee is paid for by the seller. Now you really have no reason not to seek the advice and guidance of a professional!!

Contact Karen Brosseau, Realtor with Signature Realty Associates today so that she can help make your new home purchase easier and more satisfying. She'll make certain you get the best results possible!