Step 2: Search & Showings

The search for your future home is where the excitement truly begins!

Before diving into showings, your REALTOR® will ask plenty of questions to define your wants and needs—number of bedrooms, location, must-have features—so going in with a clear vision is key. With your criteria in mind, your agent will help you explore homes that align with your goals, guiding you through showings and pointing out key details to consider.

A critical part of this step is signing a Buyer Agency Agreement with your REALTOR®. This agreement outlines how your agent will represent you, ensuring your best interests are protected throughout the process. Key components of this agreement include: agent duties, timeframe, compensation, buyer’s responsibilities and a cancellation policy.

Click here for a helpful one-page guide on what to expect during the search & showings step.


Additional Steps:

Pre-Approval
Offer & Negotiation
Escrow
Inspection
Financing
Closing