Buying & Relocating

South Florida is one of the most desirable locations to purchase real estate anywhere in the world.
We realize navigating the process is often emotional, exhausting and exciting.
From deciding between neighborhoods, type of property, to buying or renting, traffic and several other factors that may affect your personal situation. We provide guidance and advice throughout the buying process to help you find the ideal home for your lifestyle, needs and budget.

Relocating to South Florida can be exciting, overwhelming and challenging all at the same time.
Whether you are moving from outside of Florida or outside of the country, you need a reliable and trustworthy real estate professional that can be your eyes and ears on the ground. We have been helping families and individuals relocate to South Florida for years and understand that it’s not just about renting or buying a property. Ultimately, what makes all the difference is knowing the right neighborhoods, the best schools, proximity to work and more.

We will be able to recommend reliable contractors, moving companies and everything in between. Contact us today to start planning your move to South Florida.

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Buying Guide

The Right Buyer's Agent Matters

Working with a buyer’s agent specializing in your areas of interest, gives you with the upper hand during the entire buying process. Providing reliable insight into the pricing trends for the current market, and effectiveness throughout the negotiation stage.

Setting Goals

There are many reasons you may be interested in buying a property or moving to a different home including additional space, living closer to work, income and vacation properties, tired of renting, better location, and better school district. The sooner you are able to identify the main reasons to purchase, the better your chances of easily identifying the right property that suits your specific needs by focusing on that specific criteria.

There are other factors you also need to consider. Does your current home need to be sold prior to purchasing a new home? Do you intend to make upgrades to your new home prior to moving in? Does your home need to be purchased in time for your children to be registered for a new school? How long do you want to live in your home? Are you interested in a house, townhouse or condo?

Getting Pre-Qualified

Determining how much you can afford is critical when purchasing a home. Realistically assess what you can afford to purchase. Every buyer wants the best and the largest, but most are unable to afford their dream home. Understanding the reality of your buying power will help eliminate disappointments and failure in the future.

Your bottom line is the amount you can afford to spend on a home, and still be able to pay your monthly mortgage payments, insurance, property tax, living expenses and utilities.

Finding the Right Property

This should be the most enjoyable step of the entire process (other than moving in!). I will arrange showings of homes you’re interested in that are within your price range. Take notes about what you like and don’t like, and make sure to pay attention to details. Turn light switches on and off, open and close doors, and run the faucets in various rooms. Don’t limit your inspection to the home itself. Make sure to take time to explore the neighborhood and keep an eye on traffic at certain times of the day, the parking situation, and how close it is to necessities like schools and grocery stores.

Visiting the Property

Your experience will be a lot more enjoyable if you have realistic expectations. Your decision will be affected by your individual requirements including your budget, available homes (inventory), the size of the lot and home, the number of beds and beds, and the school district. Understanding everything earlier in the process enables you to find the best condo or home for your needs, without missing out on your potential dream home.

Making an Offer

Once you have found a home you like, put an offer. This agreement is non-binding, but enables you to pay a specific amount for the home. If your offer is less than the price listed, you will most likely receive a counteroffer price from the seller. You can acceptmake another offer or reject the offer. You should make a competitive offer according to the current market.

Applying for a mortage

Unless you are paying in cash, you will need to apply for a mortgage loan (if you are already pre-approved, good for you). If you’re not pre-approved, meet with at least two or three lenders and compare their loan options. Be prepared to ask questions, and be completely open with the lenders about your finances.

Final Walkthrough

The final walk-through with your buyer’s agent is your final opportunity to review the home before you take possession. It should be scheduled as close to closing as possible, usually within 48 hours. The walk-through ensures that the property’s condition hasn’t changed since your last visit and serves as final confirmation that any negotiated repairs have been completed and no damage was done by the sellers while moving out.

Closing

The Closing is the final step in a real estate transaction. On the closing date, the seller signs the deed over to the buyer and officially transfers ownership and delivers keys to the home.

The buyer (or the buyer’s bank) delivers payment for the balance owed on the purchase plus closing costs which include; title search services, title insurance, prorated property taxes, mortgage insurance, homeowner’s insurance, HOA and condo fees if applicable. Closing costs are paid by the buyer at the time of closing which vary per transaction.

Refer my services to your friends and family

As we get to know each other, you will know that referrals from great clients like you are a key part of my business. By the time we get to this stage, I will do everything possible to make sure you have a smooth and successful transaction and have earned your trust to recommend me to your friends and family looking to buy or sell a property.

Find Your Dream Home

What People Are Saying About Me My Success Stories

"Lisa is top notch. She's professional, knowledgeable, caring, and kept me calm during a quick and easy home purchase. My husband and I would highly recommend Lisa."

— Debra and Steve R.

"Lisa’s professionalism And generosity with her time allowed me to find my home in southern Florida from across the country. She has an amazing capacity to listen to what the client’s needs and wishes are. She found the needle in the haystack in the Real Estate market for me. I am very grateful to Lisa’s attention to detail which allowed for a seamless closing."

— Bren W.

"Lisa is a consummate professional! She knows the market incredibly well and goes above and beyond to help buyers like me find exactly what they are looking for. Kudos!"

— Ann

"Finding Lisa Wennick was the best thing to happen to us while we were relocating and looking for a new home! She has all the technical skills and knowledge needed to help find the home and negotiate the terms of the deal but even more importantly she approached our search as if we were family or life long friends. She clearly cared and worried more about what was best for us, getting what we needed and wanted, at the right price and terms, than she did about herself. She was completely selfless with her time, beyond patient, professional and absolutely devoted to our search. She was nimble and flexible, exploring several areas with us and doing extensive research while helping us find the right fit where we felt at home. She stuck with us even after the home closed and her job should have been done, ensuring our new house was ready for us and easing our transition from several states over. She also spent time advising us on the sale of our own out of state home. Our home search took place before Covid-19 and during. Lisa helped us navigate pandemic related challenges while keeping the health and safety of everyone involved a top priority. To say Lisa went above and beyond is an understatement. We could never thank her enough and we absolutely would use her again and again. She is a most trusted advisor!"

— Alison J.

"We had an excellent experience with Lisa. In early February we saw a property that was coming on the market and we knew right away we wanted to try to purchase it. However, it was a difficult acquisition because we were trying to buy at the top of the market and the sellers had an inflated view of the value of their property. We immediately began working with Lisa on a strategy that convinced the sellers of our genuine interest while at the same time letting them know that our value expectations were well below theirs. This approach required patience and the recognition that we may not get the house. Throughout the process Lisa worked diligently to help us achieve our goal even when it seemed unlikely we would be able to acquire the Property. She also answered all our questions about the costs and risks involved in buying a house in Florida. In particular, we were unfamiliar with the high real estate tax, insurance, and flood insurance costs in Florida. Once we got the property under contract Lisa continued to help us through the home inspection process and also referred us to our insurance agent and potential mortgage brokers. Lisa was highly professional and positive throughout our acquisition process and we would absolutely refer Lisa to other potential buyers."

— Andy & Cheryl N.

"We began working with Lisa on the last weekend of my pregnancy with our third child, that I was allowed to fly. We flew from Chicago to Florida to check out the homes in the Boca/Delray area as we were considering relocating. In one day, Lisa helped us to get such a good feel for the different neighborhoods and styles of homes that we were able to zero in on a specific community. When we went back to Chicago and decided to make the move, Lisa would visit the homes available in our desired community and report back. We trusted her to know our preferences so much at that point that we made an offer without seeing the home ourselves! She knew the market well, negotiated in our favor and once our offer was accepted, we flew down to see the home, new baby in tow. Because of complications on the seller’s side, the purchase took a little longer than expected and there were some curve balls, but Lisa was by our side, helping to make things as smooth as possible. We are so happy in our new home and so grateful that we can spend our weekends as a family, enjoying our new neighborhood rather than looking at homes to buy as so many people who relocate end up doing. Lisa is a pleasure to work with!"

— Lauren & Evan M.

"When we first met Lisa we were extremely impressed in every way. Her knowledge of the real-estate market is expansive. She prides herself on not only knowing what is currently available but what’s coming available before it’s listed. She is well respected among other agents, builders, and contractors. She exhausted every avenue for us including renting, building and took us to endless homes for sale without rushing us and genuinely wanted us to be completely thrilled with what we ultimately purchased. She talked us down from many ledges as a true friend and not an agent. We felt at all times that she thought of us as family and not clients and had our best interest in mind always. We are forever grateful to have met her, work with her and would recommend Lisa to anyone who is looking to purchase a home. We love our new home!"

— Robyn & Mark F.

"I am a first-time homeowner and I am so glad I had Lisa to help me with the process. She listened to my needs and helped me find a beautiful home. Lisa was very patient and always available for any questions. As a new homeowner, there was so much I didn’t know and I am glad I had her to guide me through the process, she is experienced and knowledgeable. Lisa and her team made the closing process as easy as possible. I would highly recommend Lisa for buying or selling a home, she was wonderful."

— Jessica R.

"We are so thankful we met Lisa. Her knowledge of the Delray Beach area made it easy for us to narrow down the choices. Once we decided on a home, getting to the finish line was painless. She is a true professional. Additionally, she is a warm, personable, and fun person and I am sure we will be friends for the rest of our lives. We couldn’t ask for anything more!"

— Wilson Family

"Lisa is simply stupendous. She made the process of selling my condo painless. She took care of everything start to finish in a most professional manner. I would not hesitate to recommend Lisa. She is simply the best."

— Michael G.

"Lisa is incredibly patient and knowledgeable. She truly listens to her clients’ needs and offers well thought-out recommendations. Never any pressure. I trust her professionalism completely."

— Andrea G

WORK WITH LISA

As a top producer, Lisa has secured her place in the South Florida market and abroad. Lisa’s clients are primarily by referral and she prides herself on nurturing those relationships. With many years of experience, she is here to assist with all of your real estate needs.