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Resources for Home Buyers

Hoem Buyer's Guide: Resources for Green Valley AZ home buyers

The keys to your new home await.

In today’s world, shopping online has become the norm, and real estate is no different. Whether it’s your first or your fifth real estate purchase, the task of buying a home can be overwhelming — the massive amount of information on the internet can be confusing, outdated and in many cases downright inaccurate. Additionally, the laws and customs in one state are often not the same when purchasing a home in another community or state.

The following resources will help you prepare for and understand the home buying process in Arizona. When you’re ready to begin shopping for a home in the Green Valley or Sahuarita area, look no further… Russ Fortuno is one of only 3% of Realtors® nationwide to have earned the distinguished Accredited Buyer’s Representative® (ABR®) credential. Russ is a Tucson native and full-time Green Valley resident.

Home Buyer’s Guide:

Russ Fortuno offers a full array of services to out-of-state home buyers and sellers.

Out-of-State Buyers

When you work with Russ Fortuno as your Buyer’s Agent, you'll have someone working exclusively for you.

Working with a Buyer’s Agent

Before you begin shopping for a home, you’ll need to meet with a lender to get pre-qualified for a home loan.

Getting Pre-Qualified

There are many factors to consider when shopping for a home in Green Valley AZ

Shopping for a Home

Making an offer to purchase a home in Green Valley AZ

Making an Offer

Sale Pending in Green Valley AZ

Opening Escrow

The Arizona Buyer's Advisory is a great resource for home buyers in performing their due diligence on a property or neighborhood.

Performing Due Diligence

Get a home inspection before buying a home in Green Valley AZ

Getting a Home Inspection

Your lender will require a real estate appraisal when buying a home in Green Valley AZ

The Real Estate Appraisal

Here are some common closing costs and other fees you can expect to pay when buying a home.

Guide to Closing Costs

Closing escrow is the final step in the process of buying a home in Green Valley AZ

Walk-through & Closing

Mortgages & Financing

The kind of mortgage you choose has a big impact on how much you end up paying for your new home

Loan Options

The type of home loan you choose affect how much you can borrow, and total cost of the loan.

Types of Home Loans

Mortgage insurance protects the lender in the event that you fall behind on your payments.

Mortgage Insurance

New Listing

NOTIFICATIONS

Email Alerts for New Homes
Save Your Favorites
Price Change Notifications
Plus More…

What’s Your

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Client

TESTIMONIALS

"Russ is an incredible professional and I cannot think of a single area of expertise he wasn’t abreast of. Every question was answered promptly, accurately and pleasantly. He knows his market, he knows the industry and he knows people. He’s able to meet people on their level without being condescending. I would, and have, recommended Russ to others who are looking for a good and trustworthy Realtor."

- R.S., Green Valley, AZ

"As out-of-town buyers, we were very impressed with how easy it was to buy a house with Russ. We went to Green Valley for a few days and were shown many houses that could have worked for us. We went home to MI and a few days later we were sent pictures of the perfect house. Russ toured the home, arranged for the inspection, made a walk through video for us, and handled the closing! Couldn’t ask for anything more! We would highly recommend using Russ as your agent."

- M.H., Rochester Hills, MI

"Russ was always very responsive and returned calls in timely manner. Was extremely Calm and rational when going gets jiggy. Keeps any drama from becoming dramatic. His experience in executive management is an asset when dealing with the variety of challenges related to closing the sale. I Highly recommend him to handle complicated transactions. "

- M.L., Tucson AZ

"Russ is a superstar Green Valley Realtor. We live in California and bought a house in Green Valley in August 2017. We could not have done it without Russ’ up-to-the minute access to listings and we felt comfortable buying on short notice thanks to his local expertise. Plus he was friendly, accessible, and just nice to work with. I highly recommend him for anyone buying in Green Valley."

- C.M., Green Valley AZ