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The Buyer Journey
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Your Trust Is an Honor
We know that buying a home may be one of your biggest purchases. Thank you for entrusting our team to help you through this process.
Buying a home shouldn't be overwhelming, and we're committed to lovingly guiding you through each step of your real estate journey.
The King + Miller Team is patient, passionate and highly skilled. We're connected by our love of Maine and the people who call it home. Our business boasts impressive stats, but our true pride is in having the biggest hearts in the business.
Our time-tested process focuses on education, collaboration and facilitation for a seamless experience. We are excited to embark on this journey with you!
We Love What We Do
The King + Miller brand is inspired by authenticity & heart, driven by relationships and founded on decades of combined industry expertise. What gets K+M Team out of bed in the morning?
Getting to know you, clarifying your vision and collaborating with you to realize your real estate goals. Simply put, where you live is life-changing - and it’s our honor and pleasure to be a part of your process.
What to know before getting started
- A pre-approval letter from a lender is a must for buyers seeking financing.
- Determine your top three "must haves", keeping in mind that immersing yourself in the process often reveals your true priorities.
- Everyone's home buying journey looks a little different!
- No home is perfect, but we will find the perfect home for you.
The First Steps
10 Commandments of Buying a Home (for buyers seeking financing)
- Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job.
- Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)!
- Thou shalt not use credit cards excessively or let current accounts fall behind.
- Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for closing.
- Thou shalt not buy furniture.
- Thou shalt not originate any inquiries into your credit.
- Thou shalt not make large deposits without checking with your loan officer.
- Thou shalt not change bank accounts.
- Thou shalt not co-sign a loan for anyone.
Out of Pocket Expenses: What to Expect
AT THE TIME OF WRITING AN OFFER:
- Earnest Money Deposit – In a competitive market, typically $5000 or more depending on sales price. Your lead agent will provide guidance. The earnest money will be cashed once you go under contract and held in escrow until time of closing.
WITHIN 1-7 DAYS OF BEING UNDER CONTRACT:
- General building = $600 +/- depending on house size
- General building Multi-Units = $1,000+
- Public Sewer/ Private Septic = $425 +/-
- Radon Air = $175 +/-
- Water Quality General Test = $175 +/-
- Water Quality Radon Test = $175 +/-
Our Promise to You
Entering into a client agreement with us means aligning with an expert team who is dedicated to creating the best possible outcome for you.
Feel at ease knowing that we are always happy to answer questions and schedule showings in a timely manner and provide you with our undivided attention.
Our Entire Team at Your Service
In addition to your Lead Agent, our entire team collaborates to serve you each step of the way. Work-life balance is important, so we’ve cultivated a team who delivers consistency no matter who you’re working with.
Be it a weekend or a day off for your agent, you’ll receive 100% of our team effort in helping you with seamless service no matter what.
The King + Miller Team Experience
- We patiently guide you through the complex legal and financial world of real estate.
- We represent your best interests and negotiate a winning deal.
- We assist you in choosing trusted professionals to perform pre-closing inspections + post-closing remodel/repair projects.
- We're relationship-focused - lifelong connections are our goal!
Buyer Agency Compensation
King + Miller Team's compensation for services is 3%. There are several options for how this fee is paid*:
- OPTION 1: Buyer pays Buyer Agency for their representation entirely
- OPTION 2: Listing Agency agrees to pay Buyer Agency
- OPTION 3: Seller pays Buyer Agency directly through direct payment or via a closing cost concession
*A combination of options may be used to satisfy the buyer’s financial obligation to pay the buyer agency. Commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.
Pouring Love Into Our Community
The King + Miller Team has donated tens of thousands of dollars to local charities including the Center for Grieving Children, Full Plates Full Potential and the Maine Alzheimer’s Association. Passionate about a local cause? Let us know!
Proven Results Matter
We're market leaders- listing, showing and selling homes every day. You can be sure that our team is on top of the local market conditions and that we bring relevant experience and knowledge to the table.
Since our inception in 2015, our team has sold an average of one home every three days, far exceeding the median production of Maine agents year after year.
Feeling the Love
"We would heartily recommend the King + Miller team to anyone looking to get the smoothest experience they can find. We received tremendous support negotiating the terms
and timelines that worked for us. All around, a wonderful experience with a caring, understanding team of agents.”
Hundreds of Happy Clients
"King & Miller is the total package. They handled everything from research analysis, photos which by the way were fabulous. They stayed on top of the process
every step of the way. They truly have your best interest at heart. Communication has always been excellent with the entire team."
"The King + Miller team was thorough and organized, so I never had to worry about anything being missed.
If I ever had questions, they would be answered immediately."
Welcome Home
The K+M Team shares the belief that buying your home shouldn’t be overwhelming and a commitment to lovingly guiding
you through each step of your real estate journey. We're so honored and excited to be a part of welcoming you to your new home!
King + Miller Real Estate
info@kingmillerrealestate.com
O: 207.805.3716
417 US Route One, Falmouth, ME 04105