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Personalized Buyer Representation
Whether in the market for a primary residence or a vacation retreat, we are committed to a personalized approach to find the luxury home of your dreams in Sarasota.
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The Buying Journey
We have extensive experience in Sarasota’s luxury real estate, fully understanding the dynamics in this dynamic market. As your guides, we will help you find exactly what you are looking for, ensure you pay the right price for it, take care of all the paperwork, guide you through the contract to closing process, and successfully get you to closing.
Initial Consultation
Get to know you and your goals. Set up listing alerts.
Financial Pre-Qualification
Define a budget and price range. Get mortgage pre-approval letter or proof of funds documents.
View Properties
Narrow your search. Schedule showings. Find the perfect home.
Make an Offer
Formulate the offer strategy. Submit an offer.
Negotiation
Negotiate the best price and terms for your purchase. Contract documents finalized and accepted.
Real Estate Attorney
Select your legal team, typically a real estate attorney or title company.
Earnest Money
Make a good-faith deposit in escrow.
Home Inspection
Hire home inspector(s) to examine the condition of the home. Advisor recommends relevant inspections.
Order an Appraisal
Obtain a current valuation of your future home. Required for financed purchase. Optional for cash purchase.
Insurance
Request quotes for homeowner’s insurance. Obtain homeowner’s insurance effective on day of closing.
Lights & Water
Contact utility companies to activate accounts effective on day of closing.
Schedule Closing
Schedule the closing date and time.
Pre-Closing Walk-Through
Do a final walk-through to confirm the condition of the property prior to closing.
Settlement
Review and execute final purchase documents. Buyer becomes legal owner and gets key of new home.
Welcome Home
Get the keys. Celebrate new home purchase.
Luxury Real Estate Buyer Representation
As your trusted advisor, our goal is to make your Sarasota luxury home buying experience stress-free. We bring decades of expertise to guide you from home search, to contract, to settlement. Our commitment to you includes providing buying strategies supported by in-depth research, timely market insights, and skilled direction throughout the entire process.
Personal Attention to Every Detail
With a credo and group philosophy of unwavering commitment to the best interest of our clients, the Laughlin Tanner Group sets the standard for luxury real estate in Sarasota. Our white glove care and attention lavishes you with a memorable concierge experience that is truly one of a kind.
Dig Deeper
Learn more about us, our expertise and how the Laughlin Tanner Group sales advisors are the leaders in Sarasota Luxury Real Estate.