Buyer checklist
ready to buy your dream home?
Partner with us and use this checklist to guide you through the complexities of buying real estate in Hawaii. Knusten & Associates is with you every step of the way.
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real estate advisor
Meet your Professional Real Estate Advisor. Meet our award winning team by clicking this link
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Your Strategy
Determine your purchasing strategy with your advisor.
- Financing Options
- Cash
- 1031 Exchange
- Home Equity Line of Credit
- Refinance
- Seller Financing
- etc.
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what to expect
What to Anticipate before moving to or within Hawaii
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pre approval
Get Pre Approved for a mortgage through local lenders your Real Estate Advisor can recommend if necessary
05
begin your search
Find Your Dream Home! The Best Part!
06
your offer
Review the Purchase Contract, Make An Offer
07
getting accepted
Upon acceptance, open Escrow at a Local Title Company. Have Earnest Money Deposit Ready
08
during the process
Maintain Healthy Credit & Online Security.
09
the inspection
Shop for a Home Inspector
10
the appraisal
Anticipate the Cost Of An Appraisal.
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insurance
Get Insurance Quotes
12
closing
Get Estimated Closing Settlement Costs.
13
moving in
Strategize the timing of your move.
14
dont forget
Transfer any applicable utilities
15
last steps
Fund & Record.
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enjoy!
ENJOY YOUR PIECE OF HAWAIIAN PARADISE