The Relocation Home Buyer

We understand the complications and concern for the unknown when relocating. Whether you are from out of state, out of the country or moving across Texas, we are ready to assist in making the transition as smooth as possible for you and your family.

You may be a veteran home owner who wants to get acclimated to the area before deciding on a home and community, or you may be a first time home buyer who, before making the commitment, wants to see what is available in pre-owned and new construction.

A benefit offered to our relocation clients only is assistance with temporary housing. Should you require it, we can assist you with corporate housing or a short term lease on a home or apartment. However, should you need to get into a home quickly; we will work with you to make it happen!

Should your relocation be the result of a job transfer and your corporation has assigned you a relocation company, you have a choice. Tell them you want the team at Lone Star Real Estate Group™ to represent you and have them contact us. We would be happy to work with them.

As with all successful endeavors in life, the first step is to formulate a plan, the second step is to take action and the third step is to implement your plan.

Step One:

Review the home buying information provided in the links below and for your own benefit, determine and outline in writing;

• Your minimum requirements in a new home
• Features your present home doesn’t have and your new home must have
• How much you wish to spend on a new home
• What town, city or general area you would like to live
• What you are looking for in a community or neighborhood
• What requirements you may have regarding schools
• Other location requirements you may have, e.g., shopping, gyms, lifestyle
• How far you are willing to commute

Step Two:

You now have good idea of what you are looking for in a home and neighborhood and you need a professional Buyer’s Agent to help you implement your plan. Call the team at Lone Real Estate Group™ and let us get busy helping you make your transition smooth and your dream a reality.

Step Three:

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The Process

Task 1 – Get pre-qualified

We will put you in touch with lenders who we have worked with and trust. They are respected and professional lenders who have access to a wide variety of programs suited to the veteran and the first time home buyer. But we also encourage you to shop and compare.

These are individuals who will take time to answer your questions, educate you as to the benefit of all available loan programs and make sure you get the best possible interest rate.

With their assistance you will be able to determine;

• Your purchasing power
• The amount of the down payment (if required)
• An estimate of the closing costs
• What the projected monthly payment will be

Once you have the loan qualification process out of the way, the fun begins.

Task 2 – Meet with a Lone Star Real Estate Group™ team member

There are a lot of steps in the process between making the decision to buy a home and moving day. We have found our clients enjoy the home buying experience much more when they understand the process, the flow of things and what it takes to get from point A to point B.

We will schedule an appointment to discuss;

• Your home buying goals
• The aspects of house hunting and viewing properties
• What happens when you find “the one”
• A review of the steps in the home buying process
• The benefits of a home inspection
• The difference between an appraisal and inspection
• A review of the closing process
• Answer any and all questions you might have

Task 3 – The Hunt Begins

You have now determined your financial range, your home buying criteria and you have educated yourself to the processes. The house hunting can now begin.

The next steps are;

• Viewing homes
• Modifying criteria as warranted
• Finding “the one”
• Reviewing area comps
• Deciding on an offer
• Making the offer
• Negotiating the offer
• Obtaining an inspection
• Negotiating repairs
• Completing the lender requirements
• Obtain loan approval
• Final walk-through of property
• Closing the transaction
• Moving into your new home

We will be there with you, from beginning to end, to make sure your home buying experience is stress free, fun and exciting. We won't be there to help you pack and move, but we will always be available to answer questions regarding the ownership of your home. And when it is time for your next home, we will be ready and able to assist. In fact, J Michael Zebell and Lone Star Real Estate Group™ would like to be your real estate company for life.

Information for the First Time Home Buyer

Information about Pre-Qualification and Home Mortgages