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Buying Process

Buying a home can be stressful and confusing. That's why it's important to find a professional you trust and can help guide you through the process. From beginning to end the home buying process can be a lengthy road. For some, it's 30 days. For others, it's 6+ months.

1. Meet & Greet

Discuss your wants and needs with your agent to set a clear foundation for your home search. By sharing your lifestyle goals, must-haves, and budget preferences, your agent can tailor the process to fit you perfectly and guide you toward homes that truly match your vision.

2.Pre Approval

Determine how much you can afford and secure a pre-approval from your lender. This not only gives you a clear budget but also strengthens your position as a serious buyer, showing sellers that you’re financially prepared to move forward with confidence.

3.Search for Your Home

We’ll provide listings that match your criteria for features, price, and location, and arrange showings for every home of interest.
Our goal is to save you time by only focusing on the homes that truly fit your vision.

4.Submitting an Offer

Your agent will guide you on pricing, terms, and strategy to help you craft a competitive and well-positioned offer. We’ll negotiate on your behalf to protect your best interests.

5.Offer Accepted & Under Contract

Once all parties sign the documents, you are officially under contract and the purchase process moves forward. This marks the beginning of the due diligence period to ensure everything goes smoothly.

6.Seller Disclosures

You will receive important documents such as the property, square footage, water source, and lead-based paint disclosures. These disclosures give you a clear picture of the home’s history and condition.

7.Earnest Money Delivery

Within three days of going under contract, you’ll submit earnest money via check or wire to the seller’s chosen title company. This deposit shows your commitment to moving forward with the purchase.

8.Property Inspection

A professional inspection ensures mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems are sound, and addresses any concerns If issues arise, we’ll guide you through repair requests or negotiations.

9.Appraisal

A licensed appraiser will evaluate the property to confirm its fair market value for your lender.
This step protects you from overpaying and reassures the lender about their investment.

10.Title Commitment

The title company will research and provide a title insurance policy to protect your ownership rights.
It guarantees that you will receive a property free of legal or financial claims.

11.Loan Approval

After underwriting, your lender will issue a “clear to close,” confirming your financing is officially approved. This is the green light to prepare for your final closing date.

12.Final Walkthrough

Before closing, you’ll review the property to confirm it’s in the agreed-upon condition. It’s your chance to double-check that everything is as promised.

13.Set Up Utilities

Be sure utilities are scheduled to begin on closing day. Title typically handles water, sewer, and often trash services. We’ll provide reminders so you don’t miss anything important.

14.Closing Day!

Sign the final paperwork at the title company, receive your keys, and officially become a homeowner! This is the exciting moment when your journey ends and your new chapter begins.

Testimonials

Hear from those who have found their dream home. Experience excellence through their words.

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"Liz Richards has been my “go to” realtor for the past 12 years and I would not have it any other way! Liz's whip smart market knowledge, marketing strategies, and protective guidance have been invaluable in helping me navigate the ever-changing tides of the real estate world. From primary residences to investment properties, in a variety of neighborhoods including Cherry Creek North, Wash Park, Sl… Read MoreRead Less

"(Google I need to add a 6th gold star to my review please!) I cannot recommend Liz Richards enough when it comes to real estate expertise and strategy in Denver. From the very first completed successful real estate transaction to the 5th (Curtis Park, Golden Triangle and LoHi) with her, I can confidently say she is the real deal. Hard stop. From buying and selling primary residences to acquirin… Read MoreRead Less

"Liz was exceptional from the very first showing; she was friendly, approachable and present. She picked up on my nuances and proactively steered me towards finding my perfect home. As a first-timer, I’m grateful she made this process as seamless and stress-free as possible…and honestly, quite fun! I look forward to working with you again, Liz!"

"Selling my property with Liz Richards was an absolute breeze! As an out-of-state seller, I needed someone I could trust to handle every detail, and Liz exceeded all expectations. She guided me through a seamless off-market transaction as part of a 1031 Exchange, ensuring everything was handled efficiently from start to finish. Her proactive approach—including a pre-listing roof inspection and pre-… Read MoreRead Less

"Selling my home with Liz Richards and her team was an A+ experience. Having completed a total of 9 real estate transactions with Liz in LoHi, Castle Rock, and Evergreen, I can confidently say this was again one of the best real estate experiences I’ve ever had as Liz seamlessly handled all aspects of our sale with efficiency and thoughtfulness . Liz is meticulous when it comes to the details of a … Read MoreRead Less

"Deviree worked with us to sell our Denver home in a very chaotic real estate market. She was great to work with, steering the ship through the storm with the confidence that comes from deep experience. Throughout the process, she was available to us and connected us with her network of contractors. A particular highlight was addressing the inspection resolution items, which she handled with only h… Read MoreRead Less

"Deviree and her team are the perfect example of why it pays to work with the best. She did an amazing job selling our last home (over asking!) and then immediately helped us find our new home. Deviree is organized, quick to respond, and she *really* understand the greater Denver market. Her and her team knew how we should price, what we should bid, and where we should be looking at every step. I w… Read MoreRead Less

"We had a unique opportunity to make our dream move to the Denver area and were lucky to be recommended to Liz and the team for our home purchase needs. Liz and Melissa were flawless in communicating with us while we searched for a home remotely. Photos, videos, visits, advocating for our needs, they did it all without us being in state. They understood exactly what we were looking for and easily m… Read MoreRead Less

"I worked with Deviree over the past few years to purchase two (2) homes in Denver and had a wonderful, no pressure experience each time. Our search for the most recent home took about 6 months and we looked at over 40 properties. Deviree was extremely patient and never tried to pressure me into buying a property that wasn’t a good fit for me and my needs. Earlier this year, we eventually found a h… Read MoreRead Less

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