Buying & Selling Timelines

If you’re planning on buying or selling your Bear Lake property this year, here are some general timelines to keep in mind. With that being said, if you need to make a move quicker, that’s OK! Reach out to use as soon as possible and we’ll walk you through the process for your particular situation.

Buying a Home

3-6 Months Before Purchase

Get pre-approved for a mortgage

Make sure your finances and budget are in order

Research neighborhoods and property types

Create must-have and nice-to-have lists

2-3 Months Before

Begin active property search with us at Bear Lake Getaway Realty

Tour homes in your top areas

Review HOA documents and restrictions

Research local market trends

1-2 Months Before

Make offers on properties

Once under contract, schedule home inspections and negotiate repairs

Finalize mortgage application

Final Month

Complete final walk-through

Review closing documents

Arrange homeowner's insurance

Close on your new home

Selling Your Home

2-3 Months Before Listing

Complete necessary repairs

Update key areas (kitchen, bathrooms)

Start decluttering

Meet with us and start learning about the market

1 Month Before

Deep clean and prep your home

Professional photos and videos

Work with us to create a pricing strategy

Prepare disclosure documents

Listing Your Property

Your home goes up for sale

Schedule showings, review and negotiate offers

Prepare for move

After Offer Acceptance

Home inspection and repairs

Appraisal process

Final closing preparations

Sold!