Buying With Alex

Welcome to my exclusive Video Series, in which I guide you through the essential steps of buying a home in the current Minnesota Real Estate market. My mission is to provide you with an unmatched and enjoyable real estate experience. With a genuine commitment to educating you on the strategy of buying a home in Minnesota, I ensure transparent communication throughout your real estate journey. Leveraging my extensive expertise and innovative strategies, I'll help elevate your presence in the competitive Twin Cities market. Having successfully sold over 400 homes, I have the experience necessary to make a difference for you.

Buying #1: Choosing The Right Loan Officer

Find the best fit for you when choosing a mortgage loan officer. Jenny Hanna of Edina Realty Mortgage joins me to help identify a few key steps:
1. Prioritize Education: Gain insights into the mortgage process to navigate home buying options.
2. Emphasize Communication: Ensure seamless communication and availability to streamline the process of buying a home. Our proactive approach has secured offers, thanks to robust communication and accessibility.
3. Simplify Pre-Approval: Work with a loan officer that simplifies the pre-approval and home search process, expediting your readiness to explore properties and submit offers.

We remove the daunting nature of the home buying process so you are ready to look at houses and make offers confidently.

Buying #2: Customized Home Search

Elevate your home search excitement by setting up automatic updates tailored to your criteria. Unlike third-party platforms such as Zillow, Realtor.com and Homes.com, I utilize the MLS directly to ensure you receive the latest information and listings. Additionally, benefit from Edina Realty's exclusive pre-list home search feature, offering a competitive edge in this tight inventory Minnesota real estate market.

Sample Custom Search (North & Northeast Metro)

Buying #3: Home Showings

In today's competitive Minnesota real estate market with limited inventory, acting quickly is essential. When you discover a home that catches your eye, I'll promptly arrange a showing for you, prioritizing efficiency in our scheduling to optimize your time. As we walk through each home for sale together, I pay close attention to your feedback and preferences, continuously refining your home search to align with your needs. Your insights also inform our strategic approach when it comes to identifying the perfect new home to make an offer on.

Buying #4: Strategizing Offers That Win

Let's dive into the art of making an offer and skillful negotiation. A pivotal aspect of my clients' success lies in my proactive outreach to the listing agent. This initial call allows me to gauge the status of offers and identify strategies to elevate your competitiveness. Moreover, I leverage this opportunity to establish effective communication and rapport, often proving to be the best choice in competitive scenarios. Crafting a strategic and well-informed offer is paramount, addressing all considerations to enhance your chances of securing your dream home. In situations involving multiple offers, a common occurrence in today's Minnesota real estate market, I provide comprehensive insights to empower you in making the optimal home buying decision.

Buying #5: Inspections, Appraisals And Insurance

As a home buyer, prioritizing a home inspection is crucial for your peace of mind and investment protection. I have the ability to connect you with trusted inspectors in the Twin Cities area. A home inspection is about $300 to $500 and should be scheduled right away at a time when you can be present. Upon receiving the inspection report, we'll collaborate to address significant findings and strategize negotiation tactics to resolve any issues effectively. This pivotal step ensures you're well-prepared to proceed with confidence in your home purchase. Additionally, in collaboration with Jenny Hanna from Edina Realty Mortgage, we'll discuss post-offer acceptance. The home appraisal, ordered by the lender, evaluates the home's value to prevent overpayment. This process typically takes two weeks, during which we also focus on underwriting homeowner's insurance, a prerequisite for home financing approval.

Buying #6: Getting Ready For Closing

Preparing for closing day may seem overwhelming, but rest assured, I'm here to provide guidance every step of the way. Whether it's organizing additional financing documents or arranging utilities, I'll assist you with any necessary preparations. Following offer acceptance, Eric Fisk with Edina Realty Title will initiate communication, and the scheduling of your home closing. Before meeting Eric, we conduct a thorough final walkthrough of your new home to ensure the home meets your expectations. We have fun! We celebrate by taking a photo of you with the sold sign in front of your new home. On closing day, Eric will oversee the signing process, file the necessary paperwork with the county, and officially transfer ownership of your new home. Trust us to make your closing experience seamless and memorable!

Alex Murray