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Smart steps before you buy

• Confirm who owns it. County records (assessor or register of deeds) show the legal owner. Make sure the person selling is the owner or has written authority to sell.
• Get it in writing. Price, what is included, and any conditions belong in a written agreement, not just a call or text.
• Consider your own representation. A REALTOR® can represent your interests on the buy side. Find a Home can connect you with one at no obligation.
• Talk to a lender early. Knowing what you can afford and getting pre-approved makes your offer stronger.
• Use a title company or real estate attorney to close. They confirm clear title and handle the money safely. Never send funds without verifying wire instructions by phone.
• Inspect before you buy. A licensed inspector can catch issues an owner may not know or does not mention.
• Verify, do not assume. Square footage, lot lines, HOA dues, permits, and school zoning can differ from what is advertised. Confirm with the county and the HOA.
• Watch for red flags. Pressure to skip inspection, deposits requested before a signed agreement, or refusal to use a title company are warning signs.

Find a Home hosts owner-submitted properties to give buyers more options and owners more verified marketing exposure. We are not the broker or agent for these homes, and this is general information, not legal advice.