Douglas Elliman
Douglas Elliman
  • Los Angeles Office 103 S Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Orange County Flagship Office 3700 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
  • Orange County Office #2 3500 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
  • ARIZONA Office 5055 N 32nd St Ste 110, Phoenix, AZ 85018
  • Las Vegas Office 1700 S Pavilion Center Dr Ste #150 Las Vegas, NV 89135

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Buyers

Buyers

BUY WITH US

With over $9 billion in sales, The Altman Brothers deliver unmatched expertise, global reach, and relentless dedication to help you achieve your real estate goals.

Backed by Douglas Elliman, their resources and network ensure the best results whether you’re buying, selling, or investing.

Buy With Us
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Our Scale Is Your Strength

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  • Globally Connected
  • Over $1 Billion Sold Every Year
  • Over $9 Billion Total Sales
  • Powerful and Effective Custom Marketing

Buying Your Home

Giving Your Dreams an Address
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Step 1:Outlining Your Objective
Outlining Your Objectives
  • What is your motivation to buy?
  • What price range are you considering?
  • What is your timeline to move?
  • What are your ideal features and “non-negotiables”?
  • What are you looking for in a neighborhood?
Planning & Preparation
  • Discuss objectives and process with your Realtor®
  • Discuss objectives and process with your Realtor®
  • Obtain a loan approval letter
  • Sign exclusive buyer-broker agreement with your Realtor®
  • Research neighborhood of interest with your Realtor®
Understanding the Market
  • Analysis of active, pending, and sold transactions
  • Review contracts and timelines
  • Personal timing and seasonal considerations
  • Market forces: supply v. demand, macro v. micro
  • Create Profile-Based Buyer Attraction Strategy
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Step 2:Finding Your Home
The Search
  • Browse and review online listings with your Realtor®
  • Browse and review online listings with your Realtor®
  • Notification of new and off-market properties
  • Virtually tour listings from the comfort of your home
  • Select your ideal location and home
Offers & Negotiation Strategies
  • Learn about the Purchase Contract from your Realtor®
  • Discuss multiple offer strategies (as needed)
  • Offer presentation and highlighting buyer strategies
  • Negotiate to optimize price and terms
  • Acceptance of offer or counter offers
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Step 3:Going Into Escrow
The Escrow Process
  • Notify escrow of acceptance and send full executed contract
  • Wire initial deposit to escrow per terms of agreement
  • Notify lender to begin loan process and order appraisal
  • Sign and return opening package of escrow instructions
  • Contact insurance agent for homeowner coverage
  • Provide escrow with vesting (title) information
Inspections & Disclosures
  • Schedule all desired home inspections, (i.e. termite report)
  • Schedule all desired home inspections, (i.e. termite report)
  • Approve/negotiate repairs based on inspection reports
  • Review/approve all seller and state required disclosures
  • Review/approve preliminary title report
  • Meet deadlines and remove contractual contingencies
  • Schedule final walk-through prior to close of escrow
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Step 4:Closing
WELCOME HOME
  • Review closing statement from escrow
  • Virtually meet with escrow to sign loan documents
  • Arrange to wire down payment and closing costs
  • Transfer utilities to new location
  • Closing, key delivery, and celebration
  • Move into the property
  • Move-in checklist
 
Working Together Again
  • Staying in touch and keeping you informed
  • Second homes and investment properties
  • Providing resources and introductions
  • Referrals, testimonials, and reviews

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