You’ve been thinking about buying a home and aren’t quite sure where to start? My weekly Northern Colorado Confident Buyer Series is for you.
Each week, you’ll receive a step-by-step breakdown of the entire home-buying process. You’ll get actionable tips, and helpful how-tos. I’ll even share a few of my own personal strategies to help you feel informed, confident, and in control.
The Northern Colorado Confident Buyer Series is designed to walk you through the entire journey. We’ll start with choosing a real estate agent to getting your keys on closing day. You can take it one bite-sized step at a time without feeling overwhelmed or unsure.
Here’s What to Expect:
Week 1: How to Find the Very Best Buyer’s Agent
Choose an agent who understands your goals. One who can guide you through each step of your home-buying journey with your best interests in mind.
Week 2: How Your Needs and Desires Lead to “Home Sweet Home”
It’s time for some self-reflection. We’ll explore lifestyle questions that go beyond square footage and bathroom count. This will help you clarify what you truly want and need in your next home.
Week 3: Do the Math — A Mortgage You Can Afford
I’ll help you reverse-engineer your monthly budget into a smart purchase price that supports your lifestyle without the stress.
Week 4: Where to Find Money for Your Down Payment
We’ll cover local and national programs (yes, even in Colorado!) that may reduce your out-of-pocket expenses, and strategies for getting creative with your down payment.
Week 5: Five Steps to Obtaining a Mortgage
Learn how to compare lenders, get pre-approved (not just pre-qualified), and choose the best loan option for your goals.
Week 6: It’s the Fun “House Hunting” Guide
We’ll make your search strategic and productive. This will include practical tips for balancing budget, location, and home features. Next, we’ll cover how to navigate townhomes, condos, and single-family homes in our Northern Colorado market.
Week 7: Make a Winning Offer Without Going Overboard
Understand how to structure a competitive offer that appeals to sellers. This is important in our competitive Loveland and Fort Collins markets—without exceeding your budget.
Week 8: Under Contract: Lock in Your Mortgage and Get Your Home Appraisal
Discover how interest rate locks and appraisals work. Then learn what you can do to keep things on track now that your offer has been accepted.
Week 9: How to Navigate a Home Inspection
Find out what to expect from your inspection. We’ll cover which red flags to look out for, and how to decide which items are worth negotiating
Week 10: Review Those HOA Docs!
In Northern Colorado, many homes come with HOA communities. This week, we’ll look at how to review those documents to make sure the neighborhood—and its rules and finances—are a good fit for you.
Week 11: Almost There … Pre-Closing Details for Buyers
Get ready for the big day! This checklist will help you finalize insurance, utilities, and other to-dos so nothing slips through the cracks.
Week 12: How to Make Your Closing a Success
We’ll cover what happens on closing day, what you’ll need to bring, and how to make sure it goes smoothly. Once you close on your house, you can finally celebrate!
Week 13 BONUS! Maintaining Your New Home
Get my top tips for caring for your new place, staying organized, and protecting your investment for years to come.
Let’s Do This—Together
Whether you want to buy your very first home, moving up, or returning to homeownership after renting, this series is designed to make sure you feel confident every step of the way.
Buying real estate in Northern Colorado—especially in communities like Loveland, Fort Collins, and Berthoud—comes with unique considerations. I’ve tailored this series for our local market to help you make informed decisions that fit your lifestyle and goals.
Ready to start? Let’s meet up to make a custom home-buying plan for you!
Not quite there yet? Stick with me, and I’ll guide you from curiosity to confident homeownership—one week at a time.
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