Looking to Buy?
After 33 years in Aspen, Susan is knowledgeable, experienced, knows the local market, and is more than eager to assist you along the way.
Looking To Buy? Look Here First.
If you are a first time homebuyer in the Roaring Fork Valley, or even a second homebuyer, it is helpful to do your homework, research the markets, and work the numbers. Let us help you find the perfect place.
Finding that perfect home to match your needs takes time. Susan will help you determine what you are looking for and she will preview you all the properties in the marketplace that meet your criteria. Time is your most precious commodity, this will narrow the search for you so your time is well spent.
Here are a few helpful tips to guide you through the home buying process.
1. Selecting a real estate professional is one of the most important choices you'll make. A reputable agent will save you time and money. Sales professionals can represent the seller, buyer or both parties, so understand the differences between real estate representation. Susan’s clients can give you more insight, read their comments here.
2. Locating the perfect home takes time. Our agents will arrange showings of all the homes that meet your criteria, and act quickly when new properties come to market. Our network of agents let's clients know what is going to market...before it happens.
3. Obtaining a pre-qualification letter from your lender will save time, and give you an advantage when looking for a home. There are many financing options. Discuss these details with your sales professional and the lender you select.
4. When its time to prepare an offer, a Christie’s International Aspen Snowmass professional will work with you throughout the process. Navigating the offer, earnest money, title, contract and contingencies is our speciality.
5. Working through Due Diligence requires many steps from inspections, title, coordinating appraisal and lender, and more. Your Christie’s International Aspen Snowmass agent will handle all the details and keep you apprised of the transaction from start to finish.
6. Home inspections determine the overall condition of a home, and will save you considerable time in the buying process, ensure a smart purchase decision and protect your investment. Be sure to discuss inspection requirements and recommendations with a sales professional before making an offer on a home.
7. Many sales transactions today are handled from long distance. As the point person for the transaction its our job to make sure nothing falls through the cracks. Tip: Note that Settlement fees on the closing statement, such as surveys and title insurance, are generally paid by the Seller in Colorado. And, Buyers are responsible for payment of transfer taxes. A transfer tax varies according to the area, so consult with your Christie’s International Aspen Snowmass agent.