| Congratulations! You have decided to purchase a home, or are thinking about buying one. Your home is typically the largest purchase your family will make, and it involves many decisions that go far beyond simply choosing a home you like. During the past decades, and in today's litigious society, the sale and purchase of real estate has evolved from a simple handshake between agreeable parties, to a business, enveloped by governmental guidelines and consumer needs. Ashley is here to help inform you of the various elements involved in the home purchasing process....from defining agency relationship, listening to your specific needs, to focusing on the components that lead to a successsful closing. Ashley will guide you through the entire process, from viewing homes and financing, to making sure the final contract is in your best interest. You will have access to all homes available in the Greater Baton Rouge area including Livingston Parish, West Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge, Ascension, Pointe Coupee, and Plaquemine parishes. Every local real estate market absolutely has its own trends and opportunities. This can vary greatly, even one neighborhood to the next. It's Ashley's job to guide you into opportunities and out of traps. What is the true market value of the home you are interested in? Is it priced too high? Is it a bargain that you should jump on? Ashley helps home buyers make decisions like this every day, and she will make sure that YOU get the best value for your money. Negotiating with sellers can be stressful Ashley will help you negotiate, so that the final contract includes your best possible terms and conditions. You should know absolutely everything about the property you are buying! Together, you and Ashley will view every home that you are interested in. Ashley will make you fully aware of any and all inspections available to you. Have Confidence when signing documents contracts are full of complicated terms and clauses that can greatly affect your future life in your new home. Ashley will give you the full benefit of her real estate knowledge and experience. While you can see a million homes on the web, actually buying your home is another matter entirely. Buyers beware! |