Considering Buying in Revelstoke, Canada? We’re here to help.
For first time buyers and seasoned real estate investors alike, the Royal LePage Revelstoke team is here to work with you every step of the way.
To help out, we’ve outlined some of the critical steps to consider when buying real estate in Revelstoke, Canada.
We’re here to help. Meet our Royal LePage Revelstoke team here, and be sure to contact us any time.
Step 1
Deciding to Buy in Revelstoke
When buying a home, you need to be prepared. You will need to determine your needs and wants - make a list of the practical realities of the property in Revelstoke you're considering, the location (reference our Royal LePage Revelstoke Area Map), and the state of the Revelstoke housing market.Step 2
Choosing a Realtor in Revelstoke
A realtor will play a vital role in your homebuying experience. Royal LePage Revelstoke Realtor’s® are a combination of a personal advisor, consultant and negotiator. We will show you homes that match your criteria for life in Revelstoke, guide you through the homebuying process, negotiate the best possible price for your new Revelstoke home and deliver manage the delivery of your closing documentation, ensuring your understanding and happiness in your new home.Step 3
Financing Options
You will need to know what you can afford before you start searching. How much you can spend will depend on the down payment amount you can afford, a monthly mortgage payment that is manageable and the amortization period you are comfortable with in determining the time it will take to pay off the loan. Royal LePage Revelstoke Realtors® are trained in all aspects of Revelstoke real estate buying and selling and will assist with resources for determining the best options financially for you and your family. As long standing members of the Revelstoke community, our Realtors® are familiar with the financial professional who can assist you in loan approval and guide you through the financing and approval process.Step 4
Finding a Home in Revelstoke
Once you’ve been pre-qualified and know what price range you want to stay in, we can help you determine which Revelstoke properties fit your needs. Royal LePage Revelstoke Realtors® are all homeowners and long standing locals, familiar with every Revelstoke area, neighbourhood, street and alley. Familiarity of our town coupled with access to all listings through MLS allow our team of Realtor’s® to immediately pinpoint the Revelstoke listings that fit your criteria. From there we’ll arrange viewings and facilitate the gathering of information critical to your Revelstoke home purchasing decision.Step 5
Making the Offer
Once you have found your ideal Revelstoke home, we will inform you about historical and current Revelstoke home market conditions and help you to decide the right offer price. We will then present your offer to the seller, which will include the price, conditions, deposit and closing date.Step 6
The Evaluation
You will need to bring in a few additional professionals to ensure your investment in Revelstoke real estate is sound. As your lender arranges an appraisal of the home and assists with financing, we will help organize a home inspection, ensure you have all information about the home, and assist in the negotiation of repairs if needed.Step 7
Finalizing the Deal
Be sure to ask about any conditions of the agreement that require immediate action on your part. Once you have signed the closing documents and covered the closing costs, you are in legal possession of your new home in Revelstoke, British Columbia!Step 8