The Buyer's Guide Verna Acker, CRS
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The Real Estate Purchase
     Your step by step guide to purchasing a home.

   •  Passport to Purchase
     ... an overview of buying vs. renting

   •  Why Buying a Home makes Cents
     ... an investment

   •  How to Buy a Home
     ... the basic steps

   •  Questions the Lender will Ask
     ... now you can prepare

   •  Different Loan Options
     ... you have choices

   •  Pre-qualification, Pre-approval
     ... the best way

   •  Current Interest Rates?
     ... always changing

   •  Mortgage Calculators
     ... how much can you afford?
   •  Explain Title Insurance
     ... you might need this

   •  How to make an Offer to Purchase
     ... step by step

   •  What about a Survey?
     ... you probably will need one

   •  Should I get a Home Inspection?
     ... yes

   •  Real Estate Condition Report
     ... seller should fully disclose

   •  Things to know about Lead Paint
     ... for older homes

   •  DILHR Weatherization Rules
     ... for rental properties

   •  Some Closing Tips
     ... be ready

   •  Movers Guide
     ... be ready

Working with a Realtor
     Your guide to effectively working with a Realtor®.

   •  Explain Wisconsin's Agency Law
     ... it's a relationship
   •  Realtor® Code of Ethics
     ... it's ethical

   •  Why work with a CRS?
     ... certified residential specialist
   •  Verna’s Credentials
     ... the experience

   •  Verna’s Staff
     ... the best in the area

   •  Multiple Listing Service
     ... mls

   •  How to Buy a Home "Smoothly"
     ... in a nice printable PDF format

A look at our area
     A comprehensive look at our corner of the world.

   •  Profiles and Housing Statistics
     ... our area is growing

   •  Recent Solds in the Area
     ... learn the area market
   •  Area Community Maps
     ... find your way around
   •  Photos of Our Town
     ... it's home

   •  Western Racine County Photo Tour
     ... it's beautiful

   •  Virtual Property Tour
     ... take a virtual tour of Verna's listings

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