Buying

The home-buying process can feel like a mystery - but it doesn’t have to. At The List Realty, we begin by helping you dream with clarity and intention. Our agents take the time to understand your goals, priorities, and timeline, gathering the details that allow us to focus your search from the start. With local insight, experience, and trusted partnerships, we’ll guide you confidently as you begin your path toward homeownership in Maryland and D.C.

Before your dream home becomes available, we make sure your financial foundation is solid. Our recommended network of lenders and financial professionals will help you understand your budget, determine down payment options, and secure a formal pre-approval. This preparation ensures you’re positioned as a strong, serious buyer when the right opportunity arises in the DMV market.

This is where your vision starts to come to life. We’ll help you build a clear wish list that aligns your must-haves with your budget and lifestyle goals. Using our local expertise and professional network, we’ll guide you toward homes that truly fit - not just listings that look good online. Throughout the search, we keep the process focused, informed, and enjoyable.

When you find the right home, strategy matters. We’ll prepare a data-driven offer based on current market conditions and comparable sales, then guide you through the negotiation process with confidence. From price and terms to timelines and contingencies, our goal is to protect your interests and help you move forward without overpaying or unnecessary stress. If an offer doesn’t work out, we’ll be ready with a clear plan for the next opportunity.

As you move toward closing, details matter. We’ll coordinate closely with your lender and monitor the transaction to ensure all required documentation, timelines, and conditions are met. If additional information or adjustments are needed, we’ll keep you informed and supported every step of the way - helping the process stay organized, clear, and on track for a smooth closing.

You’ve made it to the finish line. In the final days before closing, we’ll walk through the last steps together, including a final walkthrough and closing coordination. Once the paperwork is signed and the keys are in your hand, it’s time to celebrate your new home and the start of your next chapter. Congratulations - welcome home!