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buying a home in door county

8 Steps to Purchasing Property

  1. Deciding to Buy. Purchasing a home or property is the single most important financial decision many people will make. We understand that you are not just making a transaction, but that your home truly embodies your life, family and dreams.
  2. Choosing an experienced agent. Now is the time to engage with a real estate professional who can guide you. We will spend time with you to help you discern what you want and need in a home, and help you embark on your search.
  3. Securing financing. At True North, we work with several local lenders whom we trust to provide you with excellent financing for your purchase. Your lender will verify your income, run a credit check, analyze your assets and determine how much money you can borrow. Once you are pre-approved for a loan, the search begins in earnest.
  4. Finding your home. This is the most exciting part of the process. At True North, we keep in close contact with you and work diligently to match you with available properties that align with your lifestyle, usage and finances.
  5. Making an offer. Your agent will help you get to know the local market, find comparable listings and ultimately analyze the listing price of the property you love in order to decide on an appropriate offer, which includes price and other variables. We negotiate on your behalf to obtain the best possible agreement for the property you desire.
  6. Due Diligence. Through facilitating an inspection and further analyzing the property, your agent will help you understand any challenges or required improvements to your home. This part of the process can hold surprises, but our goal is to help ensure that your purchase is transparent, and any shortfalls of the property are fully disclosed and addressed.
  7. Insurance, appraisal and survey. Before closing, you need to secure homeowner’s insurance. Your lender will also require an appraisal that will determine if the home is worth the contract price. You may also be required to obtain a survey of the property. Your True North agent will work with your lender to coordinate the necessary steps.
  8. Closing. During the weeks before closing, your lender will work to finalize your loan. This is a critical time for remaining in contact with your agent and lender, and refrain from any major spending without approval from your loan officer. On closing day, you will meet with a title company where a title agent will review all the documents needing your signature to finalize your purchase. Your True North agent will act as your advocate throughout this process, ensuring that all paperwork reflects the proper agreements. Once the funds have been released, you are “funded” and your home/property is yours. Time to celebrate!

Buyer Representation

It is in both a buyer’s and a broker’s best interest to formalize the buyer-broker relationship through a Buyer Agency Agreement. Here’s why:

  1. Clear expectations. An agreement with a True North professional as your buyer agent is based on mutual consent and satisfaction. We will provide a clear written outline of our obligations to you, as well as what we expect from you, the buyer. As in any agreement, if a buyer agent isn’t living up to your expectations, you may cancel the agreement.
  2. Strong advocacy. Working with one agent (as opposed to several listing agents) benefits you as your agent knows you and what you are seeking and is contractually bound to negotiate for your best interest. Empowered by the agency relationship, your buyer agent may also seek out unlisted properties on your behalf.
  3. Avoid disputes. Confusion can arise when a buyer indicates interest to more than one selling agent. To avoid disagreement on commissions and other transactions, work with one buyer agent who represents you.

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    Tanglewood Ln

    Fish Creek, 54212

    True North Real Estate LLC
    9Picture(s)
    3.52Acre
    Visits:76
    You can get anywhere from here! Perfectly located in the middle of Northern Door County, close to Northern Sky Theater and the Greenwood Supper Club, and less than ten minutes to Fish Creek, Egg Harbor, and Baileys Harbor. This 3.5 acre, nicely wooded lot is ready for your dream home. Attractive hardwoods and nice surrounding homes. Electric along Tanglewood Lane (a private road).
    $149,900

    German Rd

    Ephraim, 54211

    True North Real Estate LLC
    6Picture(s)
    1.32Acre
    Visits:181
    Remarkable building site located in the Village of Ephraim. This rolling and nicely wooded parcel offers a rare opportunity to build your dream vacation or year-round home, all just short walk to shopping, the beach, restaurants, and much more. Create an outdoor sitting area around the existing fireplace that is on site.
    $279,000

    Alpen Ln

    Egg Harbor, 54209

    True North Real Estate LLC
    3Picture(s)
    2.75Acre
    Visits:163
    Tucked in at the end of charming Alpen Lane, this nicely, wooded 2.75 acre parcel is ready for you to build your Door County home. Accessed from the end of Alpen Lane, this parcel offers expansive views of the Alpine Golf Course. This great location offers privacy while being just minutes from vibrant downtown Egg Harbor's beach, coffee shops, restaurants, and more.
    $239,900

    #1 Eagle Ledge Ln

    Fish Creek, 54212

    True North Real Estate LLC
    10Picture(s)
    1.17Acre
    Visits:435
    UNIT #1 Eagle Ledge, a Site Condominium. Build your Door County dream home in this highly desirable location just south of downtown Fish Creek. Eagle Ledge is comprised of 16 private homesites nestled into a beautiful natural setting on the former Redmann Family legacy property. This new site condominium is adjacent to the newly expanded Fish Creek Park.
    $160,000

    S Highland Rd

    Fish Creek, 54212

    True North Real Estate LLC
    GravelParking(s)
    9Picture(s)
    20.60Acre
    Visits:1992
    This 20-acre parcel is perfectly situated between Fish Creek, Baileys Harbor, and Ephraim. With its beautiful country vistas and level terrain, it provides an ideal setting for a private homesite, whether you're looking to build a vacation retreat or a year-round Door County residence. The property is accessed via an easement, ensuring increased privacy and a peaceful atmosphere.
    $329,900

    Egg Harbor Rd

    Sturgeon Bay, 54235

    True North Real Estate LLC
    25Picture(s)
    2.41Acre
    Visits:3213
    Located in Sturgeon Bay's active commercial district (between Nor-Dor Cyclery and O'Reilly's Auto Parts), this highly visible 2.4+ acre parcel is accessible from Egg Harbor Road and from Bonnie View Drive. Flexible C1 and R2 zoning allows for commercial and residential/multi-family use. Surrounded by established, thriving businesses and new development.
    $499,900

    TBD Larson Ln

    Ephraim, 54211

    True North Real Estate LLC
    11Picture(s)
    0.50Acre
    Visits:169
    Perfect opportunity to own a wooded building site in the heart of downtown Ephraim, one of Door County's most desirable locations. Tucked away on quiet Larson Lane, these two peaceful lots offer the perfect blend of convenience and seclusion Just a short walk to Ephraim Beach, Wilson's Ice Cream, shops, restaurants, and Peninsula State Park, yet removed from the busy highway.
    $120,000

    Gibraltar Bluff Rd

    Fish Creek, 54212

    True North Real Estate LLC
    8Picture(s)
    10Acre
    Visits:773
    This may truly be a once in a lifetime opportunity: ten acres of mature deciduous and coniferous trees with about 450 feet of bluff frontage just south of Fish Creek. This property offers stunning views of Green Bay and exceptional privacy unmatched in today's market.
    $2,950,000

    4267 Orchards Tr

    Egg Harbor, 54209

    True North Real Estate LLC
    8Picture(s)
    0.84Acre
    Visits:576
    This wonderful parcel borders #9 fairway of The Orchards Golf Course. Whether looking to build a year-round home, vacation retreat, or explore vacation rental options, this location and site is ideal. The Orchards Golf Course has received the coveted 4-star rating. Private covenants are in place to protect your investment.
    $124,500

    S lot County Rd Q

    Sister Bay, 54234

    True North Real Estate LLC
    13Picture(s)
    10Acre
    Visits:2761
    Biking or walking distance to Ephraim, this ten acre parcel is an ideal future home site. Open, sloping meadow with beautiful countryside views. No private deed restrictions. Adjacent lot to the north is also available for $225,900. See MLS #141138.
    $225,900

    Hwy 57

    Baileys Harbor, 54202

    True North Real Estate LLC
    7Picture(s)
    37Acre
    Visits:244
    Two parcels are offered for sale. 0020329302811Z1 and 1Z2 include a combined total of approximately 37 acres divided by Hwy 57 and provide a unique development opportunity just south of the Baileys Harbor community. The heavily wooded parcels are zoned SF30.
    $1,500,000

    #4 Eagle Ledge Ln

    Fish Creek, 54212

    True North Real Estate LLC
    10Picture(s)
    1.01Acre
    Visits:472
    UNIT #4 Eagle Ledge, a Site Condominium. Build your Door County dream home in this highly desirable location just south of downtown Fish Creek. Eagle Ledge is comprised of 16 private homesites nestled into a beautiful natural setting on the former Redmann Family legacy property. This new site condominium is adjacent to the newly expanded Fish Creek Park.
    $160,000
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