WELCOME TO THE

BUYER'S COURSE

Here's What You Need to Know About Buying a Home in Washington.

WELCOME TO THE

BUYER'S COURSE

Here's What You Need to Know About Buying a Home in Washington

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Buyer's Course

Buyers Blueprint Intro

Module 1: You Need An Expert

Module 2: Buyer's Compensation

Module 3: Choosing the Right Lender

Module 4: Making an Offer and Negotiations

Module 5: Your Offer Is Accepted

Module 6: Inspections Are Complete

Module 7: The Final Steps


Nestled in the vibrant heart of Washington state, the region offers an unparalleled blend of serene suburban living and the convenience of city life.

Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade your living situation, our tailored market updates, captivating community videos, and comprehensive real estate insights make your home-buying journey seamless and enjoyable.

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Considering Buying?


Buying a home can be an exciting but also challenging experience. If you're planning to buy an East Bay home, it's important to be prepared and aware of what to expect throughout the process. This short guide is designed to provide buyers like you with valuable insights and tips to navigate the purchase of your East Bay property successfully.

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Home Buyers Blueprint

Step by Step Process to Buying A Home

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Spring is here!

The Spring Real Estate Market is thriving, and we are seeing a significant increase in demand for homes in Voorhees, especially from millennials.

In fact, the current absorption rate in our area is only 3 months, which means that if no more homes come on the market, we will only be able to sustain the current demand for up to 3 months.

This is great news for anyone considering selling their home, as the high demand can lead to a boost in your bottom line.

If you are thinking about selling your home, now is the perfect time to do so. To get started, it's essential to focus on your curb appeal, which can significantly impact the value of your property. That's why we've put together a helpful checklist to help you get started.

Friendly reminder: Before you make a repair, be sure to check with a real estate agent to make sure it is worth your return on investment. Feel free to Book A Call with me if you have any questions or want a free consultation!

Are you a little behind on your spring cleaning? Grab a copy of the Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist that was featured last month.

Preparing for a possible move this winter? Click below to check out our moving checklist to get your whole house ready for the next home!

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WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL Home Buyer SEMINAR

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If you're either thinking about purchasing a new home or already made the decision to purchase a house, but you still have questions or concerns regarding the process, price or anything else - let me tell you:

You're in the right place.

This free home buyer seminar is giving you the exact step by step blueprint on everything you need so you can get clarity on everything A-Z and guide to you make the best decision in purchasing your new home.

You will learn about timelines and timing, inspections, loan pre-approvals, negotiations, and so much more.

Take a look around and let us know how we can help you.

Annette Stoddad | Realtor & Broker

New Day Real Estate Solutions

DRE # 01346304

WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL HOME BUYER SEMINAR LIBRARY

Enjoy the latest & most up-to-date marketing & sales tactics to help you purchase a NEW home.

Thinking About Buying?

Are you thinking about buying a home but you don't know where to start?

  • ​Learn to take advantage of Tax Saving opportunities instead of throwing your money away

  • Walk through the important aspects of purchasing a home

What to Expect When Buying a Home

Purchasing a home is most likely going to be one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime.

  • ​We have helped hundreds of clients in the past and we can help you too

  • My team and I are free! The seller pays for our fees and they have an agent who has their best interest at heart. We are here to have yours

Home Buying Process -

First Step

The first step when looking to buy a home is getting qualified for a loan.

  • ​Before doing anything else you need to know what you can afford by getting qualified for a loan

  • ​Don’t go house hunting before going mortgage shopping

Pre-Approval vs

Pre-Qualification

Why you need an approval rather than just a pre-qualification.

  • Pre-Qualification is not a true approval but the initial step in a home loan process where you discuss your financial situation with a loan officer - nothing is verified

  • Pre- Approval is where the buyer provides the lender with the necessary documents to tell them what they are approved for, which loan option is the best for them and what the interest rate will be

10 Must Not’s When Buying a Home

Once you find your dream home, we need to make sure you get to move into it.

  • ​Don’t change jobs; becoming self employed or quit current job

  • ​Don’t buy a vehicles

  • ​Don’t use any charged cards or let your accounts fall behind

  • ​Don’t spend money you saved for closing

  • ​Don’t omit any debt or liabilities from your loan application

What are the Pros and Cons of Purchasing a Home?

Whether you’ve never owned a home before or it’s been a while since you’ve purchased, let's talk about the pros and cons.

  • Pro: Your wealth can increase as you build equity in your home through 2023 averaging about 3%

  • Con: Maintenance costs; work and money to keep a home in good condition

How Much Money Do I Need To Purchase a New Home?

Most people are afraid that it will cost them thousands and thousands of dollars to purchase a home in Brentwood.

  • ​There are various loans and grants to qualify to purchase a home

3 Tips To Get Your Offer Accepted

Are you competing with other buyers on your dream home or do you want to make sure you’ve got the best chance of getting your offer accepted?

  • Make sure you offered a competitive price on a home

  • Put down a larger earnest money deposit

  • ​Let the seller know that you have not written offers on any other properties

Offer Has Been Accepted, What’s Next?

Once your offer has been accepted, it's time to open up escrow.

  • It's time to get inspections done on the home, review disclosures, secure the loan, and get the appraisal done

WANT TO GET A FREE CUSTOM MARKET PROPOSAL?

Go to the next page to request a custom market proposal for your specific home

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Lets Get You Prepared To Buy A Home

MEET THE TEAM

Here's your team that will help you throughout the

entire selling & buying process

Kenneth Gotengco  

Marketing Specialist & Admin

Annette Stoddard | Real Estate Broker

DRE #02195224

Karlie Thomsen

Marketing & Design

Annette Stoddard | Realtor & Broker

DRE # 22016950

Meet Annette

Annette Stoddard is the Designated Broker at New Day Real Estate Solutions. She has been a resident and active participant in Snohomish County since 1986, building a highly successful career in the residential real estate market. Committed to staying ahead in this dynamic industry, Annette has completed numerous hours of continuing education and conducts extensive market research.

Understanding that buying or selling a home is an intensely personal process filled with crucial decisions, Annette takes the time to listen carefully to her clients’ preferences and desires. She leverages her extensive knowledge to guide them seamlessly through every step of the transaction, from start to finish.

Annette’s primary goal is to establish lifelong relationships with her clients. She believes this can only be achieved through earning their confidence, loyalty, and referrals. As a true professional, she is dedicated to providing the highest level of integrity and transparency in her service. Annette takes this commitment very seriously, viewing it as her core promise to every client.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT NEW DAY

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"Above and beyond the call of duty! I was relocated and all I had to do was call and Annette took care of it. Thank you very much for all the expertise and all the help you provided in selling my house."


— D. Mahoney

"We could not have asked for a more professional, courteous, hard-working agent than Annette. She worked against a lot of odds and was always honest and helpful. I love my house!!"

- C. Kummerfeldt

"It was very personal and pleasant. Annette just about drove the wheels off her poor car showing me different properties. I can't THANK her enough! Very helpful with all the paper work as well. I couldn't have done it without her!"

- S. Bockelie.

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