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Things to Consider Before Buying a Home

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Check Your Credit

Your credit is crucial when applying for a loan; the better your score, the lower your interest rates will be. Be sure to check all three major credit reporting companies: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion as the information in each report may vary slightly. Make sure you make copies of your credit report as well, and check your score well in advance of applying for loans.

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Find a Lender

Most people need to take out a loan when buying a home, and you’ll want to be prepared to make an offer when you find that perfect home. It’s important to be sure that you’re approved for a loan before you start looking at homes so you don’t miss out on any opportunities. If you need help finding a lender, we can recommend trusted lenders near you.

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Price Range

Calculate what’s realistic for you before considering different areas to live in to be sure things stay within your budget. Once you know your range, we can help you make the most out of your money.

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Research

Finding the right home can be time consuming, but it’s important to consider everything before you decide. What’s the commute like to work? If you have kids, what are the schools like in the area? How many bed and bathrooms will you need? Do you prefer a newer or older styled home? All are important factors to take into account during the home finding process. We are dedicated to helping you through the entire home buying process. Once we find that perfect home, we will prepare a written offer. With my experience in the market, we can help you arrive at an offer that both fits your budget and has the best chance of being accepted.

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Once Your Offer is Accepted

After your offer is accepted, you’ll have a grace period to have the house professionally inspected and request repairs or counter offer if the situation arises. Once this step is complete, we will verify the terms and conditions of your loan, and assist you in signing your papers. I’m here to assist you with any questions you may have during the process.

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Moving Time!

Now that you’ve found your perfect home it’s time to make moving arrangements. If you plan on utilizing a professional moving company, we can recommend reputable, local movers. Don’t forget to fill out your change of address forms and inform the utility company of your move!

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

When we were in the process of purchasing a new home last summer, we consulted Christine Lavery and I am so happy we did. Chris understood what we were looking for and showed us a number of homes in our price range. Once we decided on a local condominium that had every feature I was looking for (and more!), she did everything to make sure that the sale went through, right down to helping us obtain the be...

— Linda G.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Megan was great to work with. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. I was in a position where I needed to find a home and close very quickly, and she made it happen! I was grateful to partner with her in my home-buying adventure.

— Darcy V.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Megan and her team are just fabulous to work with! Her enthusiasm and talent for what she does radiate throughout her work, and she became a dear friend in the process. She truly guided me through every step and took extra care to explain her strategy, course of action, code of ethics, and expertise. It paid off — she helped me sell my late father's house $65k over asking price in just four days to a gre...

— Kate S.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Megan was amazing to work with. She knew my situation after losing my husband a year ago. She worked hard to make sure pictures were right, posts were continuous, and was very knowledgeable. She knew the right way to negotiate to keep the process going. The whole process was very simple, smooth, and without any problems. Although she represented me as the seller, the perfect couple bought my house, and I...

— Tia S.

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My boyfriend, Caleb, and I started this year with the hope of finally buying our first home and surprising our kiddos. We didn't have a clue what we were doing. We looked into a house we really loved and wanted, and we were matched with Megan as our agent. She got right in touch with us about setting up a time to meet to look at the house. I was so nervous because I didn't know what to expect. We met wit...

— Savanna B.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

We feel so lucky to have found Megan — literally! We met her serendipitously, and from the very beginning, she felt less like an agent and more like a trusted friend. As first-time homebuyers in NH, we didn’t know exactly what to expect from the process, but Megan made everything feel manageable and exciting from day one. She and her team were incredibly responsive — always available for showings and qui...

— Emma K.

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We'd love to hear from you! Whether you're buying, selling, or just exploring your options, we're here to provide answers, insights, and the support you need. Contact us and start planning your next move.