Buyer Consultation

Initial phone Buyer Consultation

We begin with a 15-30 minute needs assessment to determine the buyers’ goals, objectives and most important, expectations

Follow up Buyer Consultation

We schedule a 45-60 minute, in-person meeting, to clarify and expand upon the initial phone consultation; a thorough interview focused on the buyers’ wants, needs and desires whether you are a "first-time" homebuyer or buying your next home

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"Value Proposition"

What makes us different and most important how does that benefit you?
Let us demonstrate our value compared to the competition and how that serves your best interests

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Experience and Rankings

Since 2005, The Sneddon Team has closed over $800 Million in real estate transactions
William Pitt Sotheby’s has consistently been ranked the #1 office in New Canaan
Our team, Team Sneddon is the #1 team in New Canaan and one of the top teams in the State of Connecticut
We have sold hundreds of homes in Fairfield County, whereas the average agent sells 4-6 homes per year
We know the top agents and they know us because of our reputation…the benefit to you is our ability to more effectively negotiate with other agents with whom we have excellent working relationships

Our team closes over 100+ Million in transactions per year
We are closers…which means easier transactions and superior negotiation skills based on the volume of homes we sell year in and year out…we are solutions oriented vs. problem solvers
Access to some of the best vendors in Fairfield County such as lenders, escrow, title and inspection companies…The benefit to you is better customer service and faster response time because of the volume of transactions we close and our team’s reputation…we work with principals and executives vs. less experienced employees to get quicker results
Vendors and mortgage lenders give us preferential treatment because of our close personal relationships

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Market Conditions / Updates

We track all real estate and financial markets every day, that may have an impact on real estate.

We stay informed, via multiple news and media sources, financial news and all key economic indicators to gauge the current market and which direction the real estate market may be heading.

Process & Systems

Managing the transaction from listing to closing, advising you how to avoid any pitfalls to closing, and setting expectations exactly how we plan to market and promote your home. We have created a unique process and systems to ensure a seamless and stress-free closing.

Existing Lease Agreement

We will help you negotiate an existing lease, so you can purchase that new home, without delay!!

Real Estate Websites vs. Multiple Listing Service

Real estate professionals have access to much more information about homes compared to real estate websites such as Zillow and Realtor.com.

Let us show you how much more information you will have access to through our local Multiple Listing Service software platforms.

Pricing strategies

Before you submit an offer on any home, are you familiar with the different pricing strategies that go into a seller’s asking (list) price? We can help you determine if seller pricing is accurate compared to the rest of the market, so you don’t overpay!

Strategies for writing winning offers

Submitting an offer is not a simple process of completing a form, sending your offer to the listing agent and waiting for a response. We can help you strategically write the winning offer or dramatically increase your chances of becoming the accepted offer.

Timeline

How long is the home-buying process and when do you need to start looking in earnest to close on a home based on your timing?

Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval

Assuming you are buying a home with financing, you need to know the difference between a pre-qualification vs. pre-approval.

Because most homeowners do not seriously consider accepting any offer without a pre-approval, we can help you to secure a bona fide pre-approval, so we can submit your offer and get you into your new home!

Showing System

We have developed an organized and efficient system, to help buyers search for and view homes that meet all of your criteria, to save time and allow you to submit offers only on those homes that are of serious interest and not miss out on your perfect home.

Negotiation

What exactly does it mean when a real estate professional states they are great negotiators?

Our idea of negotiation is to communicate via phone or in-person with each listing agent.

Submitting an offer via email and waiting for a response is not negotiation.

Neither is accepting as good faith, highest and best offers by a date certain, without a thorough understanding of the homeowner’s position and what will compel them to accept your offer.

Foreclosures vs. Resales

Depending on current market conditions, do foreclosures present an opportunity vs. existing homes listed for sale on the market? We can help you determine whether any there are any foreclosure opportunities.

Benefits vs. Features

What are the key differences between the benefits vs. features of a home? How would you define both categories in order to find a home that specifically matches every item on your checklist? We will help you do just that as part of the buyer interview!

Proof of funds

Most homeowners will expect proof that you have sufficient funds to purchase the home and pay for all closing costs. This will be applicable to buyer financing and "all-cash" offers.

Off-Market Properties

What if you just can’t identify your perfect home and you have no interest in any homes currently on the market? Are you willing to wait out the market or would you be interested in finding a home not currently on the market? We can help you find that “needle in the haystack”!

Contracts

What type of legal instrument should you submit and what are the advantages and disadvantages? There is no one legal form you can submit, rather there are numerous forms based on local market customs.

Concierge services

Once you purchase your new home, the hard work begins…the big move! We can help you identify and coordinate moving companies, help organize your entire move so you can safekeep your most important valuables, schedule contractors, and make the entire moving process easier and stress-free for you and your family. We welcome the opportunity to help you get settled comfortably in your new home