Rendine Buyer's Guide

THE BUYER'S GUIDE

JOSEPH RENDINE 401.829.5289 WWW.WESTCOTTPROPERTIES.COM

ABOUT ME With his Rhode Island roots and experience as the owner of an appliance service company, Joe has mastered the art of cultivating meaningful relationships for decades. Over the course of his career, Joe has installed & sold millions of dollars of residential and commercial appliances throughout New England. With an extensive network of personal and professional connections, Joe can provide the resources that are necessary when buying or selling your home.

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

Joe was the best! He put his best foot forward on my behalf and I felt it. He was masterful in negotiating with the other party to see that I got the best deal. He worked a miracle in persuading the other party to yield a more favorable deal for me, even after I was uncertain. All the while Joe was professional, reassuring, and confident. As this was my first goround in the real estate space, Joe educated me, then took over the process, and gave me a smooth and flawless ride. I highly recommend Joseph Rendine.

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) 401.829.5289 (cell)

EMAIL joseph.rendine@gmail.com

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