You did it! You have found your home. You made an offer...and it was accepted! 
The End is in sight!!
From the names I provided to you,you will choose a Home Inspector, let him know the tests you wish done and set a time.
We have already discussed that the Home Inspection is to bring to your attention any major defects or issues we may not be aware of. The Home Inspector will also give you suggestions and tips and what to expect as far as "maintaining" your new home. As he goes over all the systems and particulars...be sure to have your questions ready!
Assuming the Home Inspection goes smoothly.... you will sign off on any conditions
Next on the agenda:
- Arrange for your move. Will you be going traditional or will you be using the new Pod system? Either way...book it now!
- Check in with your Lender about any loose ends or paperwork he/she may need from you at the same time...ask for an estimation of closing costs...we don't need surprises!
- Call your Insurance Company and arrange for a rider.
- Call the Electric Company and the Gas Company and arrange for the service to be changed to your name..change the phone too!
- When we are one or two days away you will get your final figures and whatever monies you need to get from the Bank. There will also be a final credit check....so stay strong and push away that temptation to get that new living room furniture!
- Just before closing we will have a final walk-thru to make sure all terms and conditions on the contract, as far as condition, have been met!
Who will be at the closing? In most cases your Lender, your Agent a Representative from the closing company,the Sellers, their Agent and anyone either side would like to invite!
You will sign what seems to be an endless stack of papers...money will be exchanged ...and the keys will be handed over!
Congratulations.....you have completed the process and 
you now own your own home!
Concord New Hampshire Realtor
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Joan Mirantz - Joni is a Realtor® with Keeler Family Realtors, a locally owned, Customer Service oriented Firm.
Joan Publishes a monthly Newsletter "Food For Thought" under the pen name Realtor Sherpa.
(Joan also answers to Miz Maven and Miss Joni.)
Joan works in Buyer and Seller Representation with concentrations in the Merrimack Valley Area and towns surrounding Concord NH - the Capital City.
"I love what I do, and it shows in how I do it"
Joan
What a super postive, and informative post.
Tom Braatz
Joan,
This is a wonderful and very helpful post for buyers who haven't been through this before. I love how you present facts...so clear and in a fun like way!
Jo