Damaris Dover

Damaris Dover is a Realtor with eight-plus years of experience. She has been voted #1 Real Estate Agent on social media in San Jose, CA. Damaris is an expert on both the buying and selling sides of real estate transactions. Besides being a Realtor, she also blogs about her experiences as well as trends in the industry to help educate others and better serve her clients.

Moving Checklist

My home moving checklist can help you make your move much easier. Home Moving Checklist 6 to 8 weeks prior: Purchase or rent moving supplies: tape, markers, scissors, pocketknife, newspaper, blankets, moving pads, plastic storage bins, rope and a hand truck. Free boxes can usually be obtained at a local supermarket but consider purchasing wardrobe […]

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Timeline & Paperwork

In the home buying process, ownership of the home is officially transferred to you at the closing meeting. Know what to expect when you close on your new home. Home Buying Process – Timeline and Paperwork Closing can also be referred to as settlement or escrow. I will guide you through the closing process since

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Insurance

This section explains how homeowners’ insurance protects your interests in the event of natural disasters and catastrophic events. Homeowners’ Insurance Protecting your new home with insurance is a must. How well you do that depends on the details of your policy. And while you are not required by law to have homeowners’ insurance, mortgage lenders

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Home Inspection

A home inspection is an important step in the buying process. This section offers helpful information that can help to avoid potential problems after the purchase is complete. Congratulations! You’ve made an offer and reviewed all the documents the seller has provided regarding the condition of the home. But, one important step before you finalize

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All Cash Offers

If you are planning to buy a home with cash, this section provides some useful information to make your transaction a success. Buying a Home With Cash Though most buyers don’t buy a home with all cash, anyone considering such a move may be wondering how it’s done. Because all-cash buyers sidestep the time-consuming loan

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Lease Options

Looking to buy a home with a lease option? Learn about lease options here. A lease option is an arrangement between the buyer and the seller to purchase a house after renting it for a specific period of time. A portion of the rent would be applied toward the purchase if the option is exercised.

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Applying For a Mortgage Loan

Once you’ve made the decision to become a homeowner and picked the house, you may need to apply for a loan. This process might seem daunting, but your lender will guide you through it. The process will be even easier if you know what to expect and prepare for it. Here are the high-level loan

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How Much Do You Offer?

How much should you pay for the home? This section will help you to determine an appropriate amount to offer to secure a winning bid. What’s the lucky number? I can help you find out what other homes have sold for in the area, and how much money you might have to put into repairs

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