Buyer's Guide

Buying a Home

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. Our services and experience range from financial aid to helping you find the home that best suits you and your family. We pride ourself on repeat business and hope you’ll come to understand why.

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 don’t 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.

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 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.

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.

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Estimate your mortgage payment, including the principal and interest, taxes, insurance, HOA, and PMI. Add your location for more accurate estimates.

Contact Details

Richmond Realty Hawaii

Phone

(808) 284-1004

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Address

500 Lunalilo Home St., #13D Honolulu, HI 96825

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Buying a Home

As Your Agents, we will:

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