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bustle world of today, buyers are finding it more and more difficult to educate themselves
in regards to the various aspects of purchasing a home. BATdorf & Associates has
streamlined the process to make it much easier for today's homebuyer. Each buyer that
BATdorf & Associates represents starts with a Buyer Counseling Session. This is where
the home buying process is explained, and the Realtor® obtains an understanding of the
wants and needs of the buyer. A special "Buyer's Book" is given to BATdorf &
Associates clients which contains pertinent information about the process, a
Pinellas County map and a specially designed "Home Buyer's Scorecard." |
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find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions. You can also search properties in all of Pinellas County here. |
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* What is the 'Home Buyer's Score Card'? |
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* View the glossary of terms |
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* What are points? |
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* What is a home inspection and why do I need one? |
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* What items do I need for closing? |
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* What do I need to do after moving in to my new home? |
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* Where do I start the home buying process? |
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* How many bedrooms should I be considering? |
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* What do I need when I’m looking at homes? |
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* How do I know I’m getting the best value for my
money? |
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* Is there any way I can protect myself against
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repair bills in my new home? |
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| CHECKLIST |
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| Things to do during the first (2) two weeks after moving: |
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Notify all credit card companies, banks, doctors, dentist, magazines,
friends and relatives of new address. |
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Change addresses of driver’s license within 10 days of moving. If you
have relocated from another state, make sure to set up an appointment to get a Florida
driver’s license. |
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Set up newspaper delivery. |
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Call your Chamber of Commerce for helpful information on: cultural events
and community activities, parks, shopping. |
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Transfer insurance policies and review coverages and/or correct addresses
with insurance company. |
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Locate the hospital, as is applicable with your insurance, near your home. |
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Register to vote or change the address on your voter’s registration
card. |
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Contact cable company for hook-up. |
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Change address on vehicle registration. If you have relocated from another
state, you will need to take the vehicle to the tax collector’s office.
"AAA" also provides this service. |
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Apply for homestead exemption. (Must be done in person, prior to March 1,
the first year at the county building or property appraisers office). Please bring the
following: Proof of residency (utilities bill or driver license reflecting new address)
Copy of recorded deed. |
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