Virginia Buying a Home Guide | Coldwell Banker Elite

Buying a Home

Home. It's the most important purchase you'll ever make. Our experienced agents understand the difference between buying a house and finding your home. Let us show you how to make the process smooth and trouble-free.

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Are you planning on buying a house? Still searching for the perfect place? Use our Advanced Search for the most up-to-date listing information and check out our neighborhood guides to find the perfect area for you! If you’re still in the dreaming phase of buying your house, check out our blogs for buyers so you can learn all about the process while you’re searching!

Already found a few great homes you’d like to see? Our agents would love to help you begin your home purchase journey! Click "Get Started" below and fill out the form and we will get back to you shortly.

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Find Out What You Can Afford

Click the button below to access a helpful loan calculator — just the tool you need to get a general idea of your home search budget. When the time is right, we can connect you with a trusted lender to begin the preapproval process — a critical first step toward making a smart, solid offer on your dream home.

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The Home Buying Process

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Before You Buy

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The Search

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Making the Purchase

Before You Buy

Preparation is key when purchasing a property. From down payments and mortgage prequalification to understanding the type of home that will meet your needs and satisfy your wants, we can make sure your financial ducks are in a row and your expectations are grounded in reality when preparing to buy.

The Search

Selecting your perfect home will require research, expert guidance and knowledge of the local market, and you'll need to consider what it is you're looking for. We can help you find the place that fits your taste, your budget, and your lifestyle. Our agents are a home hunter's best friend.

Making the Purchase

So, you've found the perfect home that meets all your criteria, from a great location to just the right square footage. As your trusted agent, we will guide you through the logistical — and emotional — challenges of the purchase process, to ensure you are in a solid position before you sign on the dotted line.

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Moving Checklist

Moving all your belongings is one of the hardest parts about buying or selling your home. An organized, well-planned move can make the transition so much easier. Here’s our ultimate Moving Day Checklist to help you plan for the big day!

Reserve your moving date with a moving company, if you’re planning to use one!
Buy boxes, packing tape and bubble wrap to protect all of your belongings.
Start cleaning out and packing up closets, garages and the attic (non-essential spaces).
Transfer school records and update your address for any publications you receive.
Change your address online or at the post office.
Notify your bank, insurance company, and any subscription services you might have set up of your new address.

Reserve your moving date with a moving company, if you’re planning to use one!
Buy boxes, packing tape and bubble wrap to protect all of your belongings.
Start cleaning out and packing up closets, garages and the attic (non-essential spaces).
Transfer school records and update your address for any publications you receive.
Change your address online or at the post office.
Notify your bank, insurance company, and any subscription services you might have set up of your new address.

Clean out the stove and fridge, vacuum and sweep all floors.
Schedule your internet and TV installation at the new house!

Get cash out for pizza, tips for movers, snack money during the move!
Pack up your “survival kit” with all your essentials.
Walk through the house one last time and say goodbye to the neighbors!

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Keep your move stress-free and organized with our ultimate moving guide, room-by-room packing list and day of move essentials checklist! Hope you have an awesome move and enjoy your new home!

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Buyer's Guide

Buying a Home

New Listings

1304 WASHINGTON AVENUE

$2,500,000

5405 KINGS HIGHWAY HIGHWAY

$2,460,000

812 Beverly Dr, -5202, United States

$1,999,750

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