Sign the final documents, get the key, and move into your new home: Step 8 of 8 to Buying a Home in Birmingham Alabama

Buying a home can be a daunting task. Because, most people only buy a home once every few years (or longer), we wanted to take the time to remind you of the steps involved in buying a home. This way, you can feel like you have some control of this home buying process.

We have identified eight steps to buying a home.

These are:
1. Decide to buy a home.
2. Find a great real estate consultant.
3. Secure financing
4. Find your dream home.
5. Make a written offer and negotiate the price.
6. Open an escrow account. (Earnest Money)
7. Have a home inspection.

8. Sign the final documents, get the key, and move into your new home.
Yes, it is true, it is time for step 8, Prepare to sign the final documents at closing, get the keys to your new home, and move in!

Finally! You decided to buy a home, found a great real estate consultant, secured financing, found your dream home, made a written offer, negotiated price, paid earnest money, opened an escrow account, had a home inspection..... WHEW! You have cleared the title to the property, and you have closed on the deal. All you have to do now is move in and put out the welcome mat!

Welcome home!