Buying

Buying a home

Whatever your next step is, I can help you buy with clarity and care.

Working with me as your buyer’s broker

Buying and selling with purpose

Buying a home means signing a contract, meeting deadlines and closing on time. With 22 years as a paralegal (and counting) and 2 years as a title officer, I help you understand each document and step before you sign.

Your offer. I help you review comparable sales, prepare your offer and understand its terms before you submit it.
Negotiations. I communicate with the seller’s side on your behalf and keep you informed of every response.
Inspections and attorney review. I help you schedule inspections within the contract timeframe and coordinate with your attorney on the requests that follow.
Closing. I work with your lender, your attorney and the title company and track each deadline through closing day.

As an Illinois Notary Public, I can also come to your home to have your closing documents signed, so you can stay focused on packing and organizing your move.

Representation begins only after we sign a written buyer representation agreement, as Illinois requires, and we will discuss how I am compensated before you sign.

Anett Y. Wator, Illinois Real Estate Broker, License #475.220814 · At Home Realty Group, Inc. · brokeranettwator@gmail.com

Let’s talk about your purchase

Your situation

I can help with your next step

I offer full-service representation only, through At Home Realty Group, Inc. Commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.

Whether you are investing, moving on a deadline, upsizing, downsizing, or buying and selling at the same time, I plan around your situation.

An antique brass key on a black background — **Selling and buying at the same time** We coordinate both sides of your move together.

A single-story home at dusk with warm light in the windows — **Downsizing or buying bigger** We plan your next home around your needs.

A classic townhouse entrance with a black front door — **Investors** Contact me to discuss a property or your investment plan.

Two antique keys on old paper — **Quick sale or purchase** A plan built around your timeline.

Let's talk about your move

Tools for buyers

Monthly payment calculatorEstimate a monthly payment from price, down payment, rate and term.Closing cost estimatorEstimate seller net proceeds or buyer cash to close, with Illinois and Cook County transfer taxes.First-time buyer guideStep by step, from budget and pre-approval to the first week after closing.Closing-day checklistWhat to do before, at and after closing: wiring, keys, warranties and address updates.Property tax checkHow to confirm your exemptions and the name on your tax bill with the county offices.

Calculators give estimates only, not loan offers or quotes; please confirm figures with your lender, attorney and title company.

Buying a For Sale By Owner home

Found a home for sale by owner? I can represent you as the buyer.

Buying a home sold directly by its owner still involves an offer, inspections, attorney review, financing and closing. As your buyer’s broker I can help you through those steps. Representation begins only after we sign a written buyer representation agreement, and we will discuss how I am compensated before you sign.

Contact me about a For Sale By Owner home

WARNING – FRAUDULENT FUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Email hacking and fraud are on the rise to misdirect funds. Before sending any money, call your title company or closing attorney using contact information from an independent source, such as your sales contract, to verify any funding instructions you receive. Never rely on wiring instructions sent by email or text alone. Anett Y. Wator and At Home Realty Group, Inc. are not responsible for funds wired to an incorrect account. ⚠️ Important Reminder: Please verify all financial transactions or suspicious emails by phone before taking any action.