Step 1 of 3 · Under Contract
It’s Official.
You’re under contract.
Here’s what happens next and what’s already on my plate. Two minute read.
Your Deposit
Due within 3 business days. Escrow will reach out with instructions. And it’s not extra money — it goes toward your down payment and closing costs.
If wiring instructions ever look different or change, call me before sending anything.
Inspections
Optional, but highly recommended. This is where you get to know the house beyond the listing photos. I’ll schedule everything and send you the times.
If the seller already has recent reports, I’ll share them and we’ll decide together if we want our own. Once everything’s in, we’ll go through it together.
Seller Disclosures
The seller will share everything they know about the home. It’s a lot of pages. I’ll walk you through the parts that matter.
Appraisal
Alix, our lender, will order an appraisal to confirm the home’s value lines up with our price. Standard step. I’ll let you know when it’s in.
Homeowners Insurance
Alix will introduce you to our insurance agent. You’re always welcome to compare quotes.
Keep Your Finances On Cruise Control
Lenders love boring. Until we close, hold off on
- New credit cards or loans
- Big purchases
- Job changes
- Large deposits or transfers without talking to Alix
The new couch can wait. We’ll celebrate properly after closing.
Your Team
Walter Christiam
Your Real Estate Agent
Alix Pate
Dream Team Lending
Crystal Fredaluces
Paperwork and signatures.
She's your transaction coordinator and will introduce herself soon.
Next up, a quick guide to the contingency period. Keep an eye on your inbox.