Is today the day to realize your dream of owning your first home in Tucson? If so, TRE Daily is here to help organize your home-buying plan:

1. Paperwork. First step is to learn if now is your time to buy, and how much you can afford. You’ll need to look at your income, credit (and rating), current monthly expenses and down payment availability. Check this handy calculator to help you crunch your numbers. Once you determine that your financial house is in order, and after you’ve visited a lender to determine your qualifications for a mortgage, you’re on your way to confident home buying.
2. Partner. OK, time to go shopping! Before you look for a house, you should locate a good REALTOR – and you’ve found one in Ron Park of TRE Daily! We are your best guide through all aspects – neighborhood selection, zeroing in on price range, and accessing homes as soon as they’re put on the market. The TRE Daily process will save you time and money.
3. Shopping. With the best, most experienced ally as your guide, it’s time to search for your home. TRE Daily will help you make quality selections. You’ll have a TRE Daily checklist to help you analyze important home features, interior and exterior qualities, neighborhood and environment of each property you review. You can use the TRE Daily checklist to compare homes as you proceed in your search. This is a big decision –take your time!
4. Inspect. When you’re ready, discuss the options of making an offer with TRE Daily, who will be there to assist with any negotiations to the terms of the sale. At this time you’ll also want to get a home inspection from a trained, certified expert. Read TRE Daily’s Home Inspection 101 post for more information on home inspections. In addition you’ll need to shop for homeowners insurance, and TRE Daily can help you find a reliable insurance company.
5. Finish Line. You’re almost there! Read everything (inspection report to closing documents) before you sign. Ask questions. Once again, TRE Daily is your partner right through to the closing. Here is a handy resource on what you can expect at a closing and in terms of settlement costs.

For many, the process of first-time home-buying can be frightening. But with TRE Daily by your side, it will be a very satisfying and positive experience. Call TRE Daily today to get your home-buying checklist and to get going with your American dream home!