I'm a real estate agent with BRIX Real Estate, a boutique real estate brokerage with 5 locations in and around the Twin Cities, and most recently Stillwater. I've been a realtor for 10 years and love providing my clients with the best possible experience while buying or selling real estate. Buying a home is a blend of strategy, searching, patience and hustle and you need an experienced realtor on your side to negotiate for your best interests and guide you through each step. I am grateful that all of my business comes from past clients and word of mouth. It is an honor to be on this search with you!

Homespotter is the same app I use as a REALTOR® to check the live status of properties. You can customize your search, see all listings, and communicate with me directly through the messaging feature.

We wrote this book specifically for our market and it will give you an outline and education on the home buying process.

Here is the sample contract paperwork we will need to fill out when making offers in the Twin Cities. Most buyers don't see these contracts until it's time to make an offer. We want you to be as prepared as possible so when you find the right home you can focus on the main terms. Things can happen fast so by having an understanding of the contract early in the process you'll be empowered come offer time. Don't be overwhelmed. Feel free to review at any time. They include the following: 1) Agency Relationship 2) Buyer Agency Agreement 3) Compensation Disclosures 4) For Your Protection Get a Home Inspection 5) Purchase Agreement 6 Arbitration Disclosure 7) Misc docs depending on the situation. Please review these and let me know if you have any questions or if anything is unclear.

At Network Title we provide experienced title services for the ever-changing real estate market. We enjoy long-term relationships with our customers through our commitment to providing high-quality service. Our independent, small-business approach to even the most difficult transactions lets our customers enjoy a stress-free closing experience. We carry individual files through the entire process, ensuring that every detail is managed efficiently. In today’s fast-paced real estate environment, Network Title has the tools and resources to provide workable solutions for all aspects of real estate closings. Network Title serves clients with premium title services built on trust, integrity, and the highest ethical standards. You will be given the option to close on your sale in one of Network Title's many offices (Woodbury, Vadnais Heights, Minneapolis, St Paul) or in my Stillwater office.

When submitting an offer, there are (3) main contingencies to consider. Take a moment to read through - we will discuss each one so that you can make an informed decision when submitting an offer on a home.

This is a quick overview of points of which you should be aware when it comes to the arbitration process if a dispute arises. There is an optional selection for Arbitration of Disputes on page 6 of the SF Purchase Agreement.

Earnest money, or good faith deposit, is a sum of money you put down to demonstrate your seriousness about buying a home. In most cases, earnest money acts as a deposit on the property you're looking to buy. You deliver the amount when signing the purchase agreement or the sales contract.

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