Home Buying Process

Not sure where to start? Follow these four easy steps to begin your home buying journey or connect with Ashton for a free buyer consultation.

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01

Get Pre-qualified

Getting pre-qualified by a reputable and local mortgage lender will ensure you are searching for homes in a price range that you are approved for and comfortable with. Fill out this form to receive my trusted short list of mortgage lenders in Maryland who have consistently provided excellent service to my clients.

02

Choose a Real Estate Agent

Buying a home is often the biggest financial decision you will ever make. Who will represent your best interests throughout the process can either make or break your experience. When selecting a Real Estate Agent, below are a number of questions to ask to ensure you’ve found the right one for you. 

  • Are you a full time agent? 
  • Are you familiar with the neighborhoods I am searching in? 
  • Are you able to show homes in the evenings and on weekends? If you aren’t in town, do you have coverage? 
  • What is it like to tour homes together?
  • What is your track record when it comes to writing offers for clients in competitive situations? 
  • What is your communication style with your clients and other agents? How quickly should I expect to hear back from you?
  • Do you have access to upcoming listings that aren’t yet on the market?

03

Begin Your Home Search

Now that you know your price range, it's time to begin searching for homes! Browse homes by neighborhood and/or zip code, or outline an area on our map to begin to find homes in areas of interest.

Our website is user friendly and provides helpful property and neighborhood data. Save your search, follow your favorite homes, and receive new listings that meet your unique criteria as soon as they hit the market.

04

Find your new home

Now to the fun part! Once you find homes you’re interested in touring, connect with Ashton and coordinate a time to tour together in person. Once you think you’ve found “the one,” Ashton will help you determine a fair price for the property and how to make an offer that the seller will accept.

Buying with Ashton

Take a minute to tell me about your home buying situation and we’ll connect about the best way to get started.