Morgan Buyer's Guide

THE BUYER'S GUIDE

MORGAN HOLLENBECK 401.212.6313 WWW.WESTCOTTPROPERTIES.COM

ABOUT ME Morgan Lloyd Hollenbeck has been licensed in Rhode Island and Massachusetts since 2005 and holds a degree in French and Economics from Bucknell University. Previously employed by Travelers Insurance in its Boston Commercial Construction Division, she is a member of the Rhode Island Association of Realtors, Greater Providence Board of Realtors, and has obtained the National Association of Realtors’ Green Designation. Morgan was awarded the Circle of Sales Excellence award in 2019 and has also been featured on Inman News.

A lifelong summer resident of Shelter Harbor, Morgan has pursued an interest in New England home restoration. Experienced in returning colonial homes to their original grandeur, Morgan is knowledgeable about ways in which ecologically responsible systems and materials can maximize efficiencies while maintaining a structure’s historic integrity and appearance.

10 STEPS OF THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS 1. Determine your budget 2. Select a skilled real estate agent 3. Obtain pre-approval 4. Search for your ideal property 5. Consult with your agent about values 6. Make a strong offer 7. Conduct a home inspection 8. Stay in touch with your lender 9. Attend closing 10. Move in!

FINANCING MISTAKES: WHAT NOT TO DO BEFORE CLOSING 1. Change jobs, become self-employed or quit an existing job 2. Buy a car or boat 3. Use credit cards in excess 4. Fall behind on bills 5. Use money set aside for closing 6. Omit debts or liabilities from loan application 7. Buy furniture on credit 8. Originate any inquiries into your credit 9. Change bank accounts 10. Co-sign a loan

5-STAR TESTIMONIAL

Morgan was great at assessing the right starting price point for our property, started advertising the property before it was listed, and got amazing pictures for the listing. Within three days, we had several offers and she handled the negotiations beautifully. All the way to closing, Morgan was on top of things. I would recommend her any day of the week.

SUGGESTED RESOURCES LENDERS Cheryl Hodgdon | Northpointe Bank 401.749.2967 Nate Colwell | Movement Mortgage 401.413.3329 Anna Kaian | Best Financial Mortgage Services 401.490.3210

ATTORNEYS Michael J. Riley | Law Offices of Michael J. Riley 401.300.4000 John E. Shekarchi | Shekarchi Law Offices 401.722.3600 Glenn J. Andreoni | Law Offices of Glenn J Andreoni, Inc. 401.334.4770 Additional resources are available upon request.

RESOURCES To change your address with the United States Postal Service, please visit the link below:

Change of Address e-form

To view a comprehensive moving checklist provided by Zillow, please visit the link below:

Your Essential Moving Checklist

CONNECT WITH US

OFFICE 559 Broadway Providence, RI 02909

PHONE

401.421.5300 (office) 401.212.6313 (cell)

EMAIL morgan@westcottproperties.com

PLEASE MAIL ALL CHECKS/DOCUMENTS TO: 178 Broadway Providence, RI 02903