Buying Process

Why Work With A Buyer's Agent

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The Candice Rich Luxury Homes Buying Advantage

Candice Rich brings a distinctive combination of luxury real estate expertise, financial insight, and strategic negotiation skills to every buyer relationship. With more than three decades of financial and tax advisory experience, she approaches each purchase with a sophisticated understanding of property valuation, market conditions, and the financial considerations that influence important real estate decisions.

As an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) through the National Association of REALTORS®, a certified Christie's International Luxury Specialist, and a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE®) through the Real Estate Negotiation Institute, Candice combines specialized buyer representation expertise with a strategic approach to evaluating properties, structuring competitive offers, and protecting her clients' interests throughout the purchasing process.

Whether purchasing a luxury estate, an exceptional custom home, or a property with unique investment potential, Candice provides personalized guidance informed by comprehensive market analysis, comparable sales, property characteristics, and long-term value considerations. Her financial background and negotiation expertise enable her to help buyers evaluate opportunities, understand market positioning, and make confident, well-informed decisions.

Serving Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Rochester Hills, Oakland Township, Franklin, and surrounding Oakland County communities, Candice combines extensive local market knowledge with the national and international resources of @properties | Christie's International Real Estate. Her commitment to integrity, discretion, personalized service, and skilled negotiation ensures that every client receives exceptional representation throughout their home-buying journey.

Experience the Difference.

Why Work With Candice Rich Luxury Homes

Candice consistently delivers an unparalleled luxury experience, with a high-level of integrity that all clients should expect and deserve. 
 
She's a certified and Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) through the National Association of Realtors, a certified Christie's International Luxury Specialist, and a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE®) through the Real Estate Institute, which puts her in the top 5% nationally for negotiation skills. Her dedication to helping her clients achieve all their real estate needs is proven in her results.

The Process

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GET PRE-APPROVED

If you are not Paying Cash, getting Pre-approved from a Lender prior to beginning your home search, will allow you to determine your budget and will also allow us to over quickly on submitting an offer once we find the right home.

SELECT & TOUR PROPERTIES

  • Communication is key to finding the right home; we as Brokers have access to what is factual & updated inventory
  • Once your criteria are determined, I will set up a Custom MLS Portal for you to begin searching for homes on the market
  • If you see a home on another website, at an open house or just driving. thru a neighborhood contact me and I will research and set up a showing to tour the property!
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WRITING AN OFFER

  • Be prepared to move quickly once we have found the right home
  • Submit Pre-Approval Letter from Lender 
  • Securing your Earnest Money Deposit
  • Submitting Proof of funds for your down payment/closing costs

NEGOTIATE

After we present your offer to the Listing Agent, it will either be accepted, rejected or the Seller will make a counteroffer. After consulting with you I will use my knowledge of the market and negotiating skills to negotiate on your behalf.

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CONDUCT DUE DILIGENCE & INSPECTIONS

  • Bring in a professional home inspector to ensure the condition does not have serious or hazardous issues
  • Understand any be future maintenance that will needed
  • We will negotiate any serious issues and bring to Sellers's attention

MORTGAGE LENDER REQUIREMENT

  • Credit Check
  • Employment/Income verification
  • Submit to Underwriting
  • Land Survey
  • Lender Market Value Appraisal
  • Homeowner's Insurance Policy
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CONDUCT TITLE SEARCH

  • Title Company to remove any encumbrances
  • Obtain Title Insurance

GET A CLEAR TO CLOSE

  • Obtain Funds for Closing
  • Get Wiring Instructions from your bank
  • To fund the loan and purchase property
  • Schedule the Closing Day, Time and Location
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FINAL WALK THROUGH

  • One last look at property to ensure condition is same as contracted
  • Transfer Utilities in your name
  • Schedule Movers

 

CLOSE ON YOUR PROPERTY!

Work with Candice

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

A DECADE OF REAL ESTATE | THREE DECADES OF FINANCIAL ADVISING

Candice Rich is a skilled negotiator, trusted real estate advisor, and former private practice Accountant known for her strategic approach, market expertise, and dedication to personalized representation.

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Contact Details

Candice Rich

Phone

M: 313.218.5300

Phone

O: 248.724.6124

Email

[email protected]

Address

400 S Old Woodward; Ste 100 Birmingham, MI 48009

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