Buyer Resources

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If you are looking to buy a home in Grande Prairie, you are in the right place. My name is Sheldon Swain and I am part of the Sutton team, we know the ins and outs of the Grande Prairie real estate market. Whether you are buying your first home, upgrading, or downsizing as your life changes, I can help to guide you through changing market conditions. 

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Buyer Tips

Be clear on your needs and wants

Make a list of your must-haves, like the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and any other specific features you’re looking for. Having a clear understanding of what you want in a home will help you make a more informed decision when it comes time to make an offer.

Consider the Location

Location can be a major factor in your long-term satisfaction with your home, so consider factors like proximity to work, schools, shopping, and other amenities. Research the surrounding area, crime rates, and other local factors that may impact your quality of life.

Think long-term

While your current needs and wants are important, it’s also important to consider how your needs may change in the future. Consider the potential resale value of the home and whether it will still meet your needs if you need to sell it down the line.

My History as an Agent

Act Fast

In the Grande Prairie Real Estate market, often the fastest to act on the information available, have the greatest chance to get an offer accepted.

Financing

Market changes and interest rates have made it more important then ever to have financing and pre-approval locked down before your start your home searching journey.

Inspection

When you get an offer accepted, having an inspection team to move in and check the property quickly, during due diligence period, is important to making sure emotion doesn't overpower reason when building your home.

When it comes to changing demand situations in Grande Prairie, the teams with the most and fastest information will gain an upper hand during the purchasing process.