Ghavami Homes Buyer Guide

MAJID

KCRAR 2019 REALTOR SALESPERSON OF THE YEAR

Born and raised in the area, Majid has called both sides of the state line home Prior to earning his real estate license, he graduated from the University of Kansas and was involved in his family business in the construction industry. Being a lifelong resident and having a background in construction have helped Majid to excel in real estate Bringing an extensive knowledge of the Kansas City real estate market, hometown experience and a wide range of contacts across the community, Majid offers our clients an outstanding level of service.

Majid is very invested in staying current on industry trends, regulations, and education. In 2017 he completed UMKC’s Realtor Leadership Academy through the Henry H. Bloch School of Management. Majid’s commitment to client satisfaction has resulted in several industry accolades Majid is a Five Star Professional Award Winner (2012-2024) and was also a 2016 Featured Top Agent in Top Agent Magazine. Majid is a prior chairman of the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors (KCRAR) Young Professionals Network, a prior member of the KCRAR Strategic Planning Committee, and is currently serving on the KCRAR HMLS Board of Directors. Majid was voted KCRAR's 2019 REALTOR Salesperson of the Year. Majid was also voted The Pitch Magazine 2020 KC Top Realtor.

OUR TEAM EXPERIENCE ABOUT MAJID

In 2023, we achieved an new level of service with sales exceeding $730.8 Million and assisting 1,820 families with their real estate needs. As reported by the KC Business Journal, we proudly hold the #1 spot in homes sold in both Kansas and arked on his real estate journey in 1995, success that prompted him to establish a better serve the growing demands of his clients. We stand out as one of the fastest-growing real estate teams in the nation, constantly seeking new and innovative approaches to cater to the needs of our clients, builders, and team members.

MELODY GHAVAMI

Melody’s outgoing personality and caring demeanor recently led her to explore a career in real estate. Before joining Majid in real estate, Melody spent the past 20+ years dedicated to the healthcare industry, first as a nurse and more recently in health care leadership and management When you meet and work with Melody, you’ll see quickly that her goals align with our commitment to providing the very best customer service and to building lasting relationships across the Kansas City community

Through this experience, Melody developed solid business management skills that translate to her role as a real estate consultant. While Melody thrived in the business management side of healthcare, she was ready for an industry transition when a business development need presented within our growing team In addition to working directly with our clients as a real estate consultant, Melody will also apply her business management experience to Ghavami Homes to support continued growth. Melody has an eye for décor and experience with home improvements – passions she is happy to share with you! Your home is one of the biggest financial investments you will make, and Melody is committed to helping you find a home you will love and take pride in.

OUR TEAM EXPERIENCE ABOUT MELODY

In 2023, we achieved an new level of service with sales exceeding $730.8 Million and assisting 1,820 families with their real estate needs. As reported by the KC Business Journal, we proudly hold the #1 spot in homes sold in both Kansas and Missouri! Rob embarked on his real estate journey in 1995, experiencing early success that prompted him to establish a dedicated team to better serve the growing demands of his clients We stand out as one of the fastest-growing real estate teams in the nation, constantly seeking new and innovative approaches to cater to the needs of our clients, builders, and team members.

READY TO BUY?

4 easy steps to owning a home!

#1 PREPARE

Choose a Buyer's Agent (me!)

Choose Lender & Obtain Pre-Approval *

Define & Prioritize Property Needs/Wants *

#2 FIND YOUR HOME

Set Up Search Criteria *

View Homes That Best Meet Criteria *

Get Informed on Homes of Interest & Select Your Home! *

#3 MAKING AN OFFER

Write Earnest Money Check

Write & Submit Offer to Seller's Agent *

Negotiate Terms & Go Under Contract *

#4 CLOSING PREP

Complete Inspections & Negotiate Inspection Items *

Order Appraisal *

Buyer Sets Up Transfer of Utilities, US Mail Service, and Home Insurance

Receipt & Review of Settlement Documents *

Final Walk Through *

Closing & Possession of Your New Home *

* Buyer's Agent Guidance and/or Responsibility

Relocating? Try before you buy.

You’re relocating to a new city, and you have questions about where to live. Which neighborhood? Where are the good schools? What community?

Our innovative Lease with a Right to Purchase program is a great alternative to buying a home immediately for your relocation.

With our help, you can find a home in a community you want to live in and lease the property for up to 5 years (in most areas). You have the option of purchasing the home at any time during your residency. You have the right to purchase the home or the option of walking away without penalty at the end of your lease. Our program gives you the opportunity to realize the dream of owning your home. The process is simple and transparent:

under contract

Critical timing considerations

DELIVER EARNEST MONEY DEPOST (EMD)

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INSPECTION PERIOD

Typically cashed within 5 business days of contract effective date.

INSPECTION RENEGOTIATION PERIOD

Typically within 5 days of delivery of inspection documents

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05 PROOF OF INSURANCE

Buyer to provide to lender at least two weeks prior to closing

U.S. MAIL DELIVERY

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Buyer to schedule transfer of delivery service two weeks prior to closing

Typically within 10 days of effective date. Effective date is date when all parties have signed the contract

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APPRAISAL

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Ordered upon Inspection Resolution, typically completed within 3-7 days of order. If necessary, appraisal negotiations must be completed within 5 days of receipt of appraisal results.

UTILITY TRANSFER

Buyer to order utility transfer two weeks prior to closing

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RECEIPT AND REVIEW

Review the final settlement 3 days prior to closing

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POSSESSION OF HOME

09

Typically once funds have transferred. Buyers agent delivers keys to new home owner at closing or upon funding

Benefit Snapshot

I am more than a sales agent for you. LetmebeYourCOMPLETERealEstateResource!

TOUR GUIDE Areas. Homes. Food. (definitely ask me about food!)

STRATEGIST Market. Price. Demand

ADVOCATE Listen. Advise. Negotiate.

RESOURCE Team. Connections. Partners

the value of an agent

In each step of the purchase process, a designated buyers agent is there to provide the time, knowledge, resources and expertise to advocate in your best interest, because a lot can happen along the path to purchasing your home. Knowing the knowledge of actual market values based on recent home sales data enables better negotiations.

THERE

THERE'S MORE TO NEGOTIATING AN INITIAL OFFER THAN PRICE

NEGOTIATING THE TERMS OF THE INITIAL OFFER IS JUST THE START

It's reassuring to have a partner and advocate watching out for your best interest in one of life's biggest investments!

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MORTGAGE LENDERS

Lenders offer competitive rates, reasonable closing costs, a product that meets your unique needs and situation, and they are very reputable in our market. Lenders are known for being able to close on time.

TITLE COMPANIES

Title companies are reputable and stable in our market, known to close on time. They are also highly responsive and have fantastic timely communications.

HOME INSPECTORS

Inspectors are reputable in their area of expertise, whole h t t l Most include or partner with termite sts, which is super convenient when timeline. They also offer quick turn

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around on the inspection report, are very thorough, and they take the time to educate the buyers on maintenance opportunities.

frequently asked questions

HOW WILL YOU TELL ME ABOUT THE NEWEST HOMES AVAILABLE?

I will set up a search that provides up to date information for every home on the market. You can also tell me at what intervals you’d like to be notified about new listings (instant, daily, weekly, etc.). I also network with numerous other agents, always on the lookout to find the perfect home for my clients. Your search results will include listings from ALL real estate companies and is not limited to ReeceNichols listings.

WHAT DO THE DIFFERENT MLS STATUSES MEAN?

“A” - Active listing on the market

“B” - Show for Backups which means the home is currently under a binding contract with a buyer, but the seller is allowing the home to be shown for a “backup” contract. The most common reasons for a home to be in this status are: (1) the inspections haven’t been completed or (2) the house is a short sale and is waiting upon bank approval.

“C” Contingent indicates the home is currently under contract with a buyer, but the purchase is contingent upon the sale of the buyer’s current home. There will be a “kick-out” clause in the contract, which is typically 48-72 hours. If another bona fide contract comes in from another buyer, the original buyer will be allowed the agreed upon kick-out time to provide proof that they are in a financial position to move forward and thus remove the contingency. If they are unable to do so, their contract will be void and the new buyer would then be under contract to purchase the new home.

“P” Pending means the home is under contract and the seller is not allowing any more showings.

CAN YOU HELP IF I'M LOOKING FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION?

Yes! Our team is very experienced in new construction. We can help you make informed decisions and avoid many potential costly mistakes unrepresented new home buyers make. From the longterm rate lock shopping to the offer, selection process, energy efficiency decisions, potential site costs, resale considerations, warranty, inspections, all walk-throughs, contract details and many other things that are part of the new home process, I’ll be with you as your buyer’s agent and advocate for you every step of the way.

frequently asked questions

HOW DOES A FOR SALE BY OWNER (FSBO) WORK?

Homeowners trying to sell their home without agent representation are usually doing so in hopes of saving a commission. If you see a home that is FSBO, let me know and I will contact the owner to see if they’re willing to allow a buyer’s agent to show the home. In most cases, they are accommodating since the agent is introducing a potential buyer to their property and they know I’ll handle all of the details.

SHOULD I HIRE PROFESSIONAL INSPECTORS?

We always encourage you to hire thorough professional inspectors and to attend the inspection. You’ll get to see the inspection results first and ask any questions in person at that time. In our market, most buyers will have a “whole house”, radon and termite inspection completed. If they have concerns about the structural integrity of the home, they’ll hire a licensed Structural Engineer. Inspections are paid for by the buyer at the time of service and usually completed within 10 days of the contract acceptance date. Once inspections are complete, we’ll help you negotiate a settlement for repairs called a “Resolution of Unacceptable Conditions.” We can also provide a list of reputable inspectors to choose from that we've found to be the best in the business if you need one.

CAN I GO BACK THROUGH THE HOUSE ONCE OUR OFFER IS ACCEPTED, BUT PRIOR TO CLOSING?

Yes. You’ll have two opportunities to go back through the home prior to closing. During inspections, we encourage you to come back and get a closer look at the details of the home. It’s also a great time to take any measurements you may need for furniture, wall or window treatments, flooring or any other improvements you may be planning to make. Your second chance will be during the “final walk through.” At that time, we’ll make sure all inspection repairs that were agreed to were completed properly. We’ll also check to make sure the home is in the same condition as it was when you went under contract.

#1

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EXPERIENCE THE TEAM DIFFERENCE

top three reasons to choose the rob ellerman team

YOUR VERY OWN PERSONAL ADVOCATE ON CALL

Today, homes are moving faster than ever. You need an agent who can be both responsive to your needs and proactive with ideas to help you find and acquire the home of your dreams. What can you expect? Timely access to homes, the best counsel to get your offer selected, and availability of needed resources to see you through to a successful closing and possession of your new home. With 150+ experienced agents on our team and a full support staff, we’ll always have you covered!

BECAUSE YOU DESERVE THE BEST

The Rob Ellerman Team closes more transactions than any other team in the Kansas City metro. In 2022, we sold 2,214 homes totaling over $844 million in volume. And over the course of our history, we’ve sold over $3.7 billion in career sales. That’s the experience you can rely on!

#3

GET THE EXTRA PERKS!

Our world is about making your world easier. With 3 moving trucks available for our clients to use, we’ll help to make your home buying process easier from start to finish!

our buyers

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you will make. That’s why it’s important to partner with an experienced realtor you can trust. At Ghavami Homes, we know the difference is in the details. It’s our goal to be accessible to you and to serve as a valuable resource. Our team has long-term experience living and working in the Greater Kansas City community. Let us leverage our experience to get you in the home of your dreams!

There is a lot to manage throughout the home-buying process. You can count on us to guide you step-bystep. From finding a home to negotiations, inspections, renegotiations, the final walkthrough and attending your closing, we will be there to ensure you have the best experience and smooth transaction.

CUSTOMER-SERVICE ORIENTED:

At Ghavami Homes, client satisfaction is our true measure of success. We are focused on the very best customer service and attention to detail. Our team works together to ensure a seamless transaction for you.

DIVERSE MARKET EXPERIENCE:

Our combined experience includes residential and commercial real estate. We also cover many segments of the business, including first-time buyers, estates, second homes and more! All of our agents are licensed to work in Kansas and Missouri.

TEAM SUPPORT:

In a competitive real estate market like Kansas City, it’s important to get you into homes you are interested in as soon as they hit the market. Our team structure allows us to do that.

POWERED BY

CLIENT reviews

“Majid was absolutely fantastic to work with. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to have on our side during the whole process of buying and selling. We were able to rely on their professionalism and expertise to help get the job done! Our house sold on DAY ONE! What a relief not having to stress about trying to sell – we could really enjoy the process of finding our forever home. They would not let us settle; the market was a little tricky and we had to be patient. With their diligence we were able to find the perfect house for our family to grow in together. When they saw this potential house they knew we had to be one of the first ones through the door. With their guidance our dream became a reality!”

Andrew & Erin Fine

"You know you have an agent that is representing your best interest when he tells you not to buy the first few houses we looked at. Majid truly believes in clients for life. We had rosy eyes looking at any new house, but Majid didn't hesitate pointing out all the flaws and possible resale issues you may have down the road. Then when we found the right house we loved and Majid said this was a good house with great features, I felt reassured we were making the right decision buying the house. Not only is he a great relator but we had so many question about costs , financing and who we should use for our loans and appraisals. Majid had the answer to all of it. If he didn't have the answer right away, he would get back to you asap. This was our biggest purchase of our lives , we were so worried about all we would have to do to actually get moved. Majid walked us through it all! He is a great relator and has become a friend. I never felt I was being pulled into anything with him, he was more of a good friend coaching us through getting the perfect home we live in now!"

- Brett & Wendi Wadsworth

"My wife and I have had several conversations about working with Majid and Melody Ghavami, and we both feel that we found the ideal team for our needs. Majid and Melody's service during our home search were always excellent, they established trust and communication pathways from the start, and they were brave enough to make sure that my wife and I didn't chase some dream that deviated from our goals. Our budget was modest for the market, but the Ghavami's treated us as if the budget was 10 times higher. From the start, Majid established very clear and timely communication with my wife and me. We never once felt alone, or "out in the cold" during our home buying process. At one point, my wife and I talked about trying to get in to one house that had a lot of desirable traits, but would require some investment and work. Majid did the right thing and told us, "No, let that house be someone else's money pit. It doesn't fit your goals. "We listened because of the trust that Majid had built early, and we are glad that we did.”

- Adam Brown

CLIENT reviews

“Majid was fantastic! This was our first time selling a home and he was very helpful in educating us about the entire process and insightful when it came to making the major decisions. From helping us get our home ready to sale, to giving us his input and expertise during the entire negotiating process. Even though we were not the only clients he was dealing with, anytime my wife or I called he responded almost immediately. I highly recommend him for your next home sale and purchase! There is no doubt in my mind you would be choosing one of the best in KC!!!!” -D Kohler

"Best agents out there!!! You will not be disappointed!! They went out of their way to help is find our perfect place. They are fun to work with and knowledgeable. I would recommend Melody/The Ghavami Group to anyone looking to buy or sell a home." -Heather Hodges

"Melody was wonderful. Always made herself available whenever we had time to look at homes. We looked at a lot of homes and she did not have a problem with that. She just wanted to make sure we got the home we wanted. We will definitely use her again if we buy another home.” -Rob Sorensen

"We were truly amazed from start to finish I believe we are the kind of people who are easily impressed up front, because we like to give people the benefit of the doubt, but we often find ourselves getting disappointed as the professional relationship progresses. We tend to work hard ourselves and like to see those we hire doing the same. However, Majid never stopped impressing us, in fact he continued to do so the longer we worked with him. He was completely honest, and totally loyal to us. He listed our house for tens of thousands more than the other realtors we interviewed, and he still sold it for our asking price in less than a week He even offered to pay for one of our small home inspection repairs, which is crazy He was unbelievable. His knowledge of the market has got to be unmatched, and the way he uses online marketing and media is the primary reason we used him over FSBO. We made the right choice for sure!” -S. Plowman

"Majid helped us make the sometimes-unpleasant process of selling a house quick and painless! He gave us great advice on things that would make our house market-ready. He was right because our house sold in just 2 days! If we ever buy or sell a house again, we will be contacting Majid ” -Sara Penhollow

MAJID GHAVAMI

REAL

Majid@GhavamiHomes.com

913 980 2434

MELODY GHAVAMI

Melody@GhavamiHomes.com

LYNN PRAGLUSKI

DIRECTOR

LICENSED

Admin@GhavamiHomes.com

860 334 2160