Buyers Guide
Lauren’s Buyer's Guide for purchasing real estate in Arizona. This document covers topics such as:
- The Buying Process: An overview of steps from searching for a home to closing, including loan pre-qualification, making an offer, and escrow.
- Using a Realtor®: Benefits of hiring a realtor, including market monitoring, negotiating, and legal guidance.
- Wire Fraud Prevention: Tips to protect against fraudulent wire transfer scams.
- Ownership and Title: Different ways to hold property title (e.g., sole ownership, joint tenancy) and their legal implications.
- Escrow Process: Explanation of escrow roles, title insurance, and the closing process.
- Title Insurance: Importance, types of policies, and coverage details to protect against title defects.
- Real Estate Terminology: Definitions of common terms used in real estate transactions.
This Buyer’s Guide aims to inform buyers about the essentials of purchasing a home and navigating the legal and financial aspects of real estate in Arizona.