Northern Virginia Home Buying Checklist

Use this checklist to keep the moving parts of a purchase organized from early planning to closing week.

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Financing

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Request lender pre-approvalConfirm cash available for down payment and closing costsReview monthly payment comfort zoneGather income and asset documents

Search

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Choose target neighborhoodsDefine must-haves and tradeoffsCompare commute routesTour homes with condition notes

Offer

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Review comparable salesSet offer price and termsChoose inspection and appraisal strategyPrepare earnest money deposit

Inspection

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Attend or review inspection findingsPrioritize safety and system concernsRequest repairs or credits when appropriateTrack contingency deadlines

Appraisal

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Confirm lender appraisal timelineReview appraisal resultResolve any lender conditionsPrepare for final underwriting

Closing

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Review closing disclosureSchedule final walkthroughWire funds using verified instructionsTransfer utilities and insurance

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