READY TO MAKE AN OFFER? WATCH THIS!
Before the offer to purchase is created, you must be at least pre-qualified or, better yet, pre-approved by a lender, unless you are paying cash.
A pre-approval letter is one of the best negotiating tools a buyer can have. It shows the seller that you are financially able to purchase the home. After you have found the right home, it is time to prepare the offer.
Now, let’s break down exactly how the offer-making process works. Here are the steps:
- First, you’ll view a house and decide you want to make an offer.
- Our team will do an analysis of the property to help you decide what a solid offer on the property looks like.
- We will help you write an offer letter and send it to the seller.
- The seller will respond in one of three ways:
The seller accepts the offer. Everyone is happy and as soon as both sides sign the offer letter, you’re officially under contract and on your way to buying a house!
The seller makes a counteroffer. You can either accept this counteroffer, go back with another offer of your own, or walk away.
The seller declines the offer. You could then try to make a more appealing offer, if your budget allows, or move on to find another house.
If you have questions or are ready to begin the home buying process, just complete the form below, and a member of our team will be in touch shortly!

Are you thinking about buying? The video resources below cover many of the common questions that most people have during the home buying journey.
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Complete the form below and we'll create you a custom property search. Anytime when we find properties that match your specific criteria we’ll send you an email.
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At the Matt Ferguson Group, we understand that buying a home can be a complex and stressful process. That's why we're proud to offer our clients a comprehensive Buyer Concierge Program, designed to make the home buying experience as smooth and effortless as possible. Our team of experts will be with you every step of the way, providing personalized service, expert advice, and all the resources you need to make informed decisions. From searching for properties, to negotiating deals and closing the sale, we'll be there to guide you and ensure that you find the perfect home at the right price. With our Buyer Concierge Program, you can rest assured that you're in good hands and that your dream home is just a phone call away.
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