It is always important that you position yourself to have the "Best Chance" to get your offer accepted once you are ready to present it. You enhance your chance of getting the home of your choice by taking these seven steps.

1. Have a lender pre-approve you for the purchase.
This takes very little time and is of great value. At this time, identify the price range for which you qualify and which fits your lifestyle.

2. Submit a strong competitive offer.
Submit the offer as if there will be multiple offers.

3. Include substantial earnest money deposit.
Acceptance of an offer is sometimes determined by the amount of the deposit. A larger amount may signify a bigger commitment to the seller.

4. Minimize or eliminate contingencies.
The fewer contingencies, the stronger the offer.

5. Make a buyer profile available.
Time on the job, flexibility, reason for purchasing seller's home, etc.

6. Be prepared to preview a new property quickly.
Good homes that are great values sometimes sell in less that a week. Be prepared to make decisions quickly and be accessible to change the terms instantly.

7. Have instant communication access with your RE/MAX Masters Associate.
By maintaining instant access to each other via office phone, voice mail, fax, pager or cellular phone, we will insure that no opportunity is missed.