You should consult with a real estate professional, who will explain to you about the process, market trend, home searching and will do his or her best to screen the house and to successfully complete an escrow transaction with you.
Top 8 steps are 1. Meet with your Real Estate Professional 2. Get Pre-Approval if you need a mortgage 3. Search for Home 4. Submit Offer 5. Negotiation and Contract 6. In Escrow 7. Final Details. (such as final loan document, final walkthrough) 8. Closing Day
