Starting Your Homebuying Journey
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STEP 1  |  Get Prequalified & Set a Budget

 
Making the decision to purchase a home and understanding your financial goals and budget is the first step in the process.
 
 

If you’re financing your home purchase, you will need to get a pre-approval  from a bank or lender. The bank or lender will assess your financial situation to determine what type of mortage and amount you should be able to manage.

 

When setting your budget, keep in mind there are additional costs associated with purchasing and owning a home, including closing fees, taxes and home insurance, that need to be factored into your overall expenses.

 

The mortgage loan will likely not take into account your other lifestyle expenses, so use the pre-approval amount as a starting guide to determine what you’re truly comfortable paying for a home.

STEP 2 |  Book a Consult & Set Goals

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>> COMPLETE BUYER INTAKE FORM

The key to a successful house hunt is not only knowing how much you can afford, but also what you’re looking for and where.

 

We will guide you through the search process to help you find a home that best fits your goals.

 

Keep in mind that your search and timeframe may be affected by various factors, such as how quickly you have to move, how flexible your wishlist is, and the current housing market.

The House Hunt

STEP 3 |  Find Your Home

 

>> SEARCH HOMES FOR SALE

For many, this is the fun part! 

 

Knowing what you’re looking for and understanding how it will fit your budget and lifestyle can make the process of finding the right house much easier.

 

Having a wishlist will help us set up a more targeted search and schedule showings for houses that best fit your criteria.

STEP 4 |  Negotiate Like a Pro

This is the moment you've been working toward!  Finding a home you love and deciding to make an offer on it is an exciting moment.

 

We will submit your offer and pre-approval letter (if you’re financing) to the seller’s agent and help you through the back-and-forth counteroffer process.

 

Not everything will be negotiable, but understanding the market and negotiation process can help you come to the table fully prepared and we will fight hard on your behalf to get the best deal possible.

The Final Stretch

STEP 5 |  Home Inspection, Appraisal & Mortgage Approval

Once all terms of the offer are negotiated and agreed upon, you and the seller will sign the contract and you are ready to move to the next phase of the process, which includes a home inspection, appraisal and mortgage approval.

 

The home inspection is your chance to learn about the home's condition in more depth, including its structural health, the age and condition of the utilities, and more.

 

While you're conducting a home inspection with a licensed inspector, an appraiser will be sent to the home by the bank to assess the home's actual value.

STEP 6 |  The Closing & Getting Your Keys

Time to get your keys!

 

Once your financing has been approved by the bank and the buyer and seller attorneys have all the paperwork necessary to transfer ownership of the home, including a clear title check, the attorneys will coordinate and set the closing day. You will receive a clear to close and a set of closing documents to review and acknowledge before the closing.

PAST CLIENTS

Lussier Real Estate - Past Clients
Lussier Real Estate - Past Clients
Lussier Real Estate - Past Clients
Lussier Real Estate - Past Clients
Lussier Real Estate - Past Clients
Lussier Real Estate - Past Clients
Lussier Real Estate - Past Clients
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  • Philomena Osei-Akuffo
    Very professional and attentive to his clients needs
  • Michael S.
    East Haven, CT
    It was wonderful. The agent was in constant contact and on top of everything. I look forward to working with him again in the future.
  • Samantha W.
    Waterbury, CT
    Dan was awesome to work with! We would definitely work with him again in the future if given the opportunity. He was very helpful with breaking everything down for us to better understand. As first time buyers, we were a little nervous, but having Dan walked us through the transaction made it a lot less stressful. We are completely in love with our new home, and he helped make it possible!
  • Steve and Karen V.
    West Hartford, CT
    Dan was awesome! He answered all of our questions and if we had additional questions, he made it a point to find out quickly and get back to us with an answer. Dan is the consummate professional! Every time we needed him to get back to us in a timely manner he did. His manner was very friendly and he made my wife and me feel very comfortable. Overall, it was an excellent experience and that was due to Dan's professionalism. I would love working with him again in the future if the opportunity should arise. My wife and I were very touched by Dan's generosity as he presented us with an artist's rendition of our new property. It meant a lot to us and we will always be appreciative of that. Danny is awesome, what else can I say?
  • Richard V.
    Fairfield, CT
    Sold house first day listed got better price than asked. With his contacts we had 14 offers on first day. He guided us on all the offers and helped us to pick the right one so we could close fast because we were moving out of state. He worked with our attorney who had POA at the closing. Great job.
  • Mark. P
    Guilford, CT
    My wife and I were looking for a special home and Dan worked real hard for us and we got a great deal!
  • Kristen S.
    Stratford, CT
    This guy is the best. Case closed. He loves a challenge and there are definite challenges when you are either buying or selling. He handled things beyond expectations and he cares. That is the key. I can honestly say, I do have friends who are realtors, but I wouldn't recommend anyone else but Dan Lussier. And THAT tells you something.
  • Kelliann F.
    Branford, CT
    We had the most amazing experience with Dan. He worked so incredibly hard to get us into our dream house. He patiently answered every question, every nervous phone call... just phenomenal. I recommend him to everyone!!
  • Dan F.
    North Haven, CT
    I have to say if you are looking for a home or selling one Daniel makes it as painless and as enjoyable as possible. Buying a home or selling a home will be the biggest investment of your life. Daniel helped us find our dream home. He was very insightful to our needs for our family. He was also very knowledgeable as far as directing us in the finance department and properties that fit our needs. He has a great team backing him and his availability is stellar. I would recommend Daniel to my friends and family.
  • Dennis B.
    North Haven, CT
    Daniel is first and above all courteous with both sellers and buyers alike! Highly professional and always willing to lend a hand at a most personal level! He has made the complexities of selling ones home as painless as it could have possibly been. A pleasure to have him as an agent on my behalf and would again if need be!
  • denise dunham
    Daniel, is a five star realtor and we highly recommend him to anyone! He is confident and knowledgeable. As buyers he was always an advocate for us. It was a stressful time but Dan was always ready to help and knew who to call to get things done even with a 300 year old home! We’re so happy he was our realtor and now friends for life! Leo and Denise D. Shelton CT
  • Miss J
    Patient and very knowledgeable. Found a great home to fit my needs.
  • blue cow
    My husband, cats, dog and I were moving across the country and we could not have done it without Daniels support and confidence! He is so friendly, knowledgeable, and responsive with regular check ins and follow ups! Together we found a rental that took pets and fit the needs of our family. He took care of the paperwork and things on this end so I could focus on moving on the other! Going above and beyond with video tours and encouragement! I have so Gratitude and appreciation for everything he has done for us! I look forward to working with Daniel again soon when we are ready to buy!! Thanks again!❤️👍 Denise
  • Diana Ribeiro
    Dan was really helpful during all the process and always available.
  • Marion Manski
    Dan is a great realtor he handled the buying and selling of my house. So when I had to move I contacted him immediately. Friendly knowledgeable and supportive. Was completely confident and in good hands!! Thank you Dan!
  • Maureen Bogue
    I would like to thank Dan for his wonderful assistance in the sale of a property. He was great to deal with and took it above and beyond with his expertise. Thank you Dan. Respectfully, Maureen
  • Erin Hagopian
    Dan was great!! I worked with Dan in the past to make a purchase, and he was so great, I asked him to help me with a sale. We were able to get my condo under contract within 7 days! He took care of all photos, postings, and paperwork. I found Dan to be very easy to work with. He's very knowledgeable and I was very comfortable asking any questions at all. He responds to messages in a timely fashion and I appreciated his candor. If you are looking for a Realtor to guide you through a buying, selling, or even a renting process, give Dan a call!! :D :D :D
  • Julia Rose
    Super helpful, responsive, and did everything he could to find me my dream home. Dan is amazing and I'd recommend to anyone!
  • Mica Notz
    Totally amazing! Couldn't have asked for a better realtor!!