BUYING A HOME IN KELOWNA
Making Your Dream Home A Reality.
You’ve made the decision. You’re ready to buy. Now what?
Since 1913, Royal LePage has been helping Canadians find their dream homes and guiding them every step of the way – from determining what you can afford and showing you homes that match your wants and needs to presenting an offer and closing the sale. It’s all about helping you find the right home in the right neighbourhood at the best possible price.
Buying a home is a significant event, we are here to help you find answers to some of your most pressing questions. Explore the information on the following pages and when you are ready to talk to one of our Royal LePage Kelowna REALTORS® we are only a click away.
Why use a REALTOR®?
Buying a home can be a bit overwhelming. There’s so much to think about and do. So, it’s important that you have someone you can trust to make the process as smooth as possible and offer expert advice. Find out how you will benefit from working with one of our licensed real estate professionals.
Answers to common questions
How much can I afford? What should I offer? Is it better to buy a new home? A fixer-upper? Our REALTORS® are asked these questions and more, every day. Find answers to some of the most commonly asked real estate questions.
Should I get pre-approved?
Buying a home is a major purchase. You’re bound to experience uncertainty and may worry about qualifying for a mortgage or finding yourself in a bidding war. A pre-approval helps simplify the process and lets you know how much you can borrow with minimal risk. Understand the pre-approval process before you start.
How much do I qualify for?
When starting your home search, one of the first steps is understanding how much you can afford. Being able to calculate how much you are able to borrow will assist in setting your budget. And we have a tool that considers the various factors involved.
Home inspection
Before finalizing the purchase of a new home, you may want to have a home inspection done. You will have an opportunity to determine the true value of the home and discover if there could be issues or concerns you will need to have fixed after purchase? In addition, some lenders won’t offer financing without one.
Homeowner insurance
Having homeowners insurance protects your home and possessions from damage or theft. And may also help cover living expenses if you do have to temporarily leave your home.
Title Insurance
The title is the legal name of the ownership of a property. Typically you purchase title insurance when you buy a house and can protect you from issues that may prevent you from being able to sell, lease or mortgage your home.
Moving resources
Moving, whether it is across town or across the country, can be one of the most daunting tasks you and your family undertake. You can make it more manageable by following some helpful tips and solutions.
RELOCATING TO KELOWNA
Relocating often presents some unique challenges.
At ROYAL LEPAGE KELOWNA, we’re experts on how to make your new move as stress-free as possible. Complete the form below and we’ll do our part to help make your relocation a positive and seamless experience.
Please feel free to call us Toll Free at 1-800-421-3214 for specific concerns.
