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Checklist for buying a home to help you through every step of the process. From financing to searching and inspecting to closing and moving preparations. - ©glenncarstenspeters

Checklist for buying a house

Buying a house is a significant decision that requires careful planning and consideration. Regardless of whether you are buying a house for the first time or already have experience as a homeowner, this process often involves many decisions and steps.

Our extensive database contains many properties that could become your new home. We attach great importance to understanding the individual needs and wishes of our customers. We conduct detailed consultations to accurately capture your ideas for your own home and develop a clear plan together.

We then support our customers in their search for the ideal location for their home. In doing so, we take important factors such as location, infrastructure, surroundings, and future prospects into account. Our goal is for our customers to get not just a house, but a real home that meets their individual needs and ideas and where they feel completely at ease.

The checklist

financing
  • Assessing your financial situation
  • Explore financing options
  • Secure pre-approval for credit

Our tip: Don't let the numbers overwhelm you—we will personally guide you through the entire financing process in the UAE.

Search and selection
  • Determination of requirements
  • Search for real estate
  • Viewing houses
Inspection and examination
  • Home inspection
  • Condition assessment
  • Estimating maintenance and operating costs
Legal review
  • Check ownership documents
  • Encumbrances & outstanding obligations
  • Purchase agreement and contract terms

Our tip: In the UAE, a legal review is essential—we work with experienced lawyers and ensure maximum transparency during the purchase process.

Negotiation and offer
  • Price determination
  • Quotation preparation
  • Negotiation
Completion and closure
Preparing for the closing date
  • Make an appointment with your advisor, lawyer, or fiduciary service provider to prepare for the transfer of ownership at the Dubai Land Department.
  • Have all the necessary documents ready.
  • Final contract and document check
  • Payment and transfer of ownership
moving preparations
  • Planning & Logistics
  • Change of address & re-registration
  • Preparing your new home
After the move
  • Inspection of the condition of the property
  • Renovations and customizations
Enjoy your new home!
  • Take time to explore your new home, settle in, and enjoy the pleasures of homeownership.
  • Celebrate your success and share the joy with family and friends who supported you in your home purchase.

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How can we help you?

We would be happy to advise you on your options for buying, selling, and valuing real estate. Simply get in touch with us—we look forward to getting to know you.

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