Buyer’s Guide

The Real Buyer’s
Playbook.

Tired of feeling lost in the home buying process? This is the straight talk about what actually matters — no fluff, just the facts about getting into your next home with clarity and confidence.

A house is probably the smartest money move you’ll ever make. It builds wealth, gives you stability, and stops landlords from raising your rent every year. That’s not emotional — that’s math.

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See Properties Before They Hit the Market

The best homes get scooped up fast. With Zenlist, you get alerts the moment properties drop — sometimes before they’re officially listed. Tour homes straight from your phone.

Instant alerts — never miss "the one"

Off-market access — first-mover advantage

Book tours from your couch — less wasted time

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My Commitment to Every Buyer

To make sure you find the right home at the right price, the following is what I will do for you — from our first conversation to long after closing.

Consult with you to identify your wants, needs, and budget

Explain each step of the buying process so nothing surprises you

Connect you with trusted local lenders for pre-approval

Set up a custom home search so you never miss a new listing

Share off-market and coming-soon homes before they hit the market

Schedule and attend showings on your schedule

Provide honest input — including when a home isn’t right for you

Pull comparable sales so you never overpay

Construct and negotiate the strongest possible offer on your behalf

Coordinate inspections, appraisals, and repair negotiations

Track every deadline from contract to closing

Review closing documents line by line before you sign

Attend your closing and celebrate the day you get the keys

Stay available long after closing for market questions and referrals

The Path to Keys in Hand

8 Steps to Home Ownership

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01

Get Pre-Approved

The first step to buying a home is understanding your buying power and establishing a price range. A licensed lender can help evaluate your financial standing and provide a pre-approval.

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02

The Home Search

Start your search for the perfect home with up-to-date MLS listings in your favorite neighborhoods. Save favorites, request showings, and I will search on your behalf as well.

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03

Making an Offer

When you're ready to move forward, I will advise you on constructing the strongest possible offer — navigating market conditions, comparable sales, and inspection contingencies on your behalf.

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04

Home Inspection

Inspecting the physical condition of your next home is vital. A licensed inspector will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the property's structure and systems, and I'll help you negotiate any repairs.

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05

Appraisal & Underwriting

Your lender will order an appraisal to ensure the property value supports the loan amount. Underwriting reviews all documentation to verify your financial information — typically 5–7 business days.

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06

Title Search & Insurance

A title search ensures the seller has the legal right to transfer the property to you, and title insurance protects you and your lender against any future claims on the property.

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07

Final Walkthrough

A few days before closing, you will walk through the property one final time to verify all agreed-upon repairs are complete, the condition is as expected, and included items are present.

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08

Closing Day

You'll sign the final documents including the mortgage note and deed of trust, cover your down payment and closing costs — and once funds transfer, you receive the keys to your new home.

“The best move isn’t buying or selling — it’s getting the right information first.”

Austin Coon · Realtor® · Indianapolis

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Let’s Make This Happen.

You know what you want. I know how to get you there. One call and we’re in motion.

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