Contact Sawyer Savings to inform us that you have signed a Contract of Sale or binder. We may ask that you bring in or send the following information: Binder or Sales Contract. Verification of Income: last two years W-2’s, most recent pay stubs from the last month, past three years tax returns and YTD Profit […]
Once your attorney receives the contract of sale and inspection report, you will be contacted to discuss them. Your attorney should advise you if there is anything of concern in either the contract or the inspection report that needs further discussion with the seller and seller’s attorney. If any issues arise from the inspection you […]
It is HIGHLY recommended that you have a home inspection conducted by a licensed property inspector BEFORE signing the contract. The property inspector can perform additional tests that may be required such as water, septic, and radon tests. Feel free to contact Sawyer Savings, your realtor, or your attorney to ask for names of property […]
Now that you have an accepted offer, it is time to hire a real estate attorney to review and supply upcoming legal documents: Binder Inspection report Legal documents associated with the property (potential tax liens, documented property lines, property title, etc.) Contract Along with your realtor, your attorney will be attending your home closing to […]
After looking at various houses with your realtor, you finally find a house you would like to make an offer on! Your realtor will be an important ally in the offer/negotiation process. They know the surrounding real estate market and current real estate trends. They will remind you about key factors in making an offer: […]
Once you have your Prequalification Certificate, it is time to interview potential realtors (real estate agents) and hire the one that fits your needs best. It is very important to have a good working relationship with a real estate agent to guide you throughout the buying process from looking at houses to the closing. They […]
Sawyer Savings Bank is pleased to announce that Jennifer Gutheil-Denier has been promoted to the Senior Management team as Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, and Chief Experience Officer. With over two decades of experience in the banking and financial services industry, Jenn has been employed with Sawyer Savings Bank since 2009 where she has […]
Once you’ve determined that you are ready to begin shopping for your home contact us, at 1-888-772-1871 or visit our online mortgage center at www.sawyersavings.bank, and we will help you determine your budget for purchasing a home. When creating a home purchasing budget, it is important to keep in mind the following: Down payment. The […]
Dear Valued Sawyer Savings Bank Customers, Sawyer Savings Bank has been monitoring very closely the situation unfolding with Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank. Our operations are distinctly different than SVB and Signature Bank, making our financial health more resistant to volatility. We are a community bank with a capital position double the amount […]
Your First Step to Home Ownership, PLAN and EDUCATE! Once you’ve decided that you’d like to become a homeowner, arm yourself with knowledge! In Ulster County, we recommend visiting Rural Ulster Preservation Company (RUPCO). They offer programs and classes to help you determine what you may need to do to prepare for homeownership. They’ll go […]