Step 6: Signing your papers

After your offer has been accepted, your paperwork will be sent to an escrow company who will facilitate the legal documents relating to your transaction and hold and release the funds. You'll make an appointment to sign your documents. Be sure to read everything carefully throughout this process - if something is different from what you agreed to, it's not too late to fix the problem.

Step 1: Find out how much home you can afford
Step 2: Find the right loan
Step 3: Looking for your home
Step 4: Make an offer
Step 5: Get a home inspection
Step 6: Signing your papers