Angie Middlebrooks’

Essential Home Buyer Guide

Your Trusted Partner for Every Step of the Journey

Thinking about buying a home? Let’s simplify that process.

Buying a home is one of the most exciting—and sometimes overwhelming—chapters in life. This guide is here to help you feel confident every step of the way. I’m honored to walk it with you.

1. Get Pre-Approved

5. Tour Homes

2. Home Wish List

6. Make An Offer

3. Explore Communities

7. Inspections & Appraisals

4. Compare Builders

8. Close & Celebrate!

Get Pre-Approved

Before falling in love with a home, know what you can afford. A mortgage pre-approval:

  • Tells you your budget

  • Strengthens your offer

  • Saves time

Need a trusted lender? I can connect you with my preferred local pros.

Define Your Must-Haves

What matters most to you?

  • Location

  • School districts

  • Home size & layout

  • Lot size

  • Age or condition of home

  • Commute time

Let’s create a custom search based on your lifestyle and needs.

Explore Communtities

Choosing the right community is just as important as choosing the right home.

  • Lifestyle fit

  • Commute & location

  • Schools & education

  • Amenities & culture

Exploring different neighborhoods is a vital step in the buying process.

Compare Builders

Not all builders are created equal—and when you’re building or buying in a new development like Austin Point, it pays to know the differences such as:

  • Reputation & reviews

  • Included features vs. Upgrades

  • Design options & flexibility

  • Warranty & customer service

  • Incentives

Let me walk you through what each builder really offers. Sometimes what seems like the best price doesn’t include what matters most to you.

House Hunting With Purpose

I’ll schedule private showings, attend open houses with you, and provide local insights so you can make smart comparisons. Every home has a story — I’ll help you read between the lines.

Making the Offer

Once you find “the one,” we’ll:

  • Review comps to determine fair market value

  • Structure your offer strategically

  • Discuss contingencies, timeline & earnest money

I negotiate fiercely to protect your best interests.

Inspections & Appraisal

After acceptance:

  • We schedule inspections

  • I coordinate repairs or credits as needed

  • The lender will order an appraisal to confirm value

I stay in constant contact to keep everything on track.

Closing Time!

Before you get the keys:

  • Final walkthrough

  • Sign documents

  • Get your keys & celebrate!

You’ll receive a detailed checklist and reminders before your closing day.

For a more detailed home buyer guide, visit The Middlebrooks Group