Western Chicago Suburbs Real Estate

For Home Buyers


Buying a home is an exciting time in one's life. Making the smart move of choosing a REALTOR® is your first step to ensuring that your new home and community meets your needs. The more prepared you are at the onset, the less overwhelming and chaotic the buying process will be.

My goal is to provide you with detailed information to assist you in making an intelligent and informed decision. I offer the services you want and the peace of mind you deserve! I pride myself on repeat business and hope you will come to understand why.

How I Can Help
Before you start looking
Closing Costs

As Your Agent, I Will:

  • Listen to your wants, needs and desires in your search for a new home.
  • Provide you with available home listings on a daily basis via email.
  • Assure that you see all the properties in the area that meet your criteria.
  • Guide you through the entire home buying process, from finding homes to look at, to getting the best financing.
  • Make sure you do not pay too much for your new home and help you avoid costly mistakes.
  • Answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.

Before You Start Looking For Your New Home:

  • Check your credit rating. Straighten out any errors before its too late.
  • Determine a comfortable monthly budget for your new purchase, including down payment and monthly payment.
  • Find a loan program that meets your needs and get pre-qualified (preferably pre-approved).
  • Choose a REALTOR® that you trust and who understands your needs.
  • Determine what neighborhood best matches your needs.
  • Identify important features you need your new home to have.

Closing Costs to Expect:

  • Lender fees include charges for loan processing, underwriting, preparation and establishing an escrow account.
  • Third-party fees include charges for insurance, title search, and other inspections such as termites.
  • Government fees include deed recording and state & local mortgage taxes.
  • Escrow and interest fees include homeowner's insurance, loan interest, real estate taxes, and occasionally private mortgage insurance.

Find out how much your closing costs could be.

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Elizabeth Bos