Buyer consultation
We'll sit down and have a comprehensive conversation about your goals, the market, and the entire buying process.
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Planting new roots
Buying a home can feel daunting, especially in times when buyers face a competitive market – but that’s why I’m here. I thrive in high stakes situations and I fight to protect you to get you the right home. I’ll help you make decisions that you are confident in and that are right for you.
How can I help?
Homes are so much more than a big box where we put our stuff. I believe we should have a strong connection to the place we spend most of our time.
The steps
Get pre-approved
Understand what size purchase you are qualified for and comfortable with.
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Finding the one
We strategically search the market to find the perfect home and feel confident about your selection.
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Make an offer
I negotiate not just to get your offer accepted, but also to get the best deal & protect you.
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Close and move in
After what feels like a hundred signatures – it’s yours! Congratulations, time to unload the truck!
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Buyer FAQ
Is now a good time to buy?
Every market has advantages and disadvantages. Some things matter more to some than others. For example, the times when more buyers are active, there is more competition and we tend to see more over ask offers. Times when there is less buyer activity you face less competition, but more there may be fewer homes available. Talking to a realtor about the time that makes sense for your you situation is crucial.
How do I know if I’m ready to buy?
I boil it down to a few things:
1. You love your community and don't plan to leave in the next year or two.
2. Your income is stable.
3. You've been saving and know you've got enough for your down payment.
4. You're feeling that pull to settle and want to a place to make your own.
Can I afford a home?
There are a number of different things that contribute to whether or not you can afford a home and how much home you can afford. I recommend talking to a qualified, local lender that you can trust and will educate you in a clear way.
How do I find a good lender?
The biggest thing is to find someone local. You don't want to rely on talking to someone in a call center as the person helping you buy your largest asset. I have a few lenders I have worked with extensively and trust. I'd be happy to connect you with them. Just shoot me a message and I'll send you some names!
I’m not ready to buy yet, but I’d like to learn more – can I reach out?
Absolutely! Information is power. Sometimes finding the right time to buy can take weeks, months, or years - but you need to know how to plan and prepare so talking to a realtor sooner rather than later can help you figure out your strategy. Let's talk and see what it'll take to make it happen!
I own a home, how do I buy & sell at the same time?
There are a number of ways to make this transition. Determining the strategy that makes sense for you is dependent on your situation, and picking the wrong strategy can have big consequences. Let's sit down and chat through it together.
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What my clients say
Tim
His enthusiasm for this business is encouraging and comforting.
Tim
Cole is an amazing advocate for his clients. It's not just that he is personable in a way that immediately puts you at ease during what can at times be a stressful process--his enthusiasm for this business is encouraging and comforting--but he is the most knowledgeable and communicative realtor I have worked with, and I've worked with more than a few as a buyer, seller and landlord. Patient, optimistic, realistic, and he really seeks to understand what you need. He follows up and follows through, even after closing. I cannot recommend him enough.Brittani & Dave
He helped us fight hard and win in a tough market.
Brittani & Dave
From the beginning, Cole was dedicated to helping us have as smooth a process as possible as first time homebuyers. He helped us fight hard and win in a tough market. We also appreciated his ability and willingness to help us learn throughout the process. He was super responsive and communicative. Cole takes the job seriously but makes it fun along the way - if you are looking for your agent to not just help you buy (or sell!) your home, but also catch all your Office/Modern Family/Parks & Rec/Ted Lasso/00s emo music references, work with Cole!Thom & Kaitlyn
Cole was an incredible partner in buying our first house.
Thom & Kaitlyn
Cole was an incredible partner in buying our first house. We started with an introductory call where he walked us through the process and answered every simple (and probably stupid) question to make us feel 100% confident. Then in the house-hunting process he was incredibly knowledgeable, reliable, and available. His experience with DIY renovation was super helpful in us seeing past the current state of a house and finding real value. And finally once we found our new home, he stayed close through the entire closing process, helping with inspections, financing, and more. We couldn’t imagine buying a house with anyone else and are constantly recommending him to friends.Mike
Cole’s tenacious optimism is especially appreciated in a very competitive market.
Mike
Cole was friendly, attentive, and incredibly accommodating during my home buying experience. Cole’s tenacious optimism is especially appreciated in a very competitive market. The perceptive approach taken by Cole and the team at Anderson Realty made me certain that we would find the home that felt right for me - and we did!Request an evaluation
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