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This page introduces the HOME RUN! Buyer's Guide by Dr. David R. Haws (License #5489512-SA00) at Coldwell Banker Sugar House. The guide walks Utah home buyers through 7 steps: pre-approval, house hunting, making an offer, inspection, appraisal, final walkthrough, and closing. Serving Farmington, Sugar House, Davis County, and Northern Utah.

HOME
RUN!
Utah Home Buyer's Playbook
David R. Haws

First-Time Homebuyer Guide

Your complete roadmap to buying a home in Utah — from Dr. Haws

About This Page

This free buyer guide was written by David R. Haws, a licensed Utah REALTOR® (License #5489512-SA00) with Coldwell Banker Sugar House. It covers the complete 7-step home buying process in Utah, from credit preparation to closing day. Dr. Haws has helped hundreds of Utah families buy homes in Farmington, Sugar House, Kaysville, Layton, and Bountiful.

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19+
Years Exp.
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$200M+
Homes Sold
5.0★
FREE to Buyers
What You'll Learn
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Ch. 1
Credit & Finances
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Ch. 2
Pre-Approval
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Ch. 3
Home Search
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Ch. 4
Making Offers
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Ch. 5
Inspections
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Ch. 6
Closing Day
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Ch. 7
Market Timing
The 7 Steps to Buying Your Home
01
Get Financially Ready
Check your credit score, save for a down payment (3–20%), gather financial documents, and avoid new debt. Aim for a 620+ credit score to qualify for most loans.
02
Get Pre-Approved
Work with a trusted lender to get your pre-approval letter. This shows sellers you're serious and tells you exactly how much home you can afford.
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Find Your Dream Home
Define your must-haves, research neighborhoods, set up MLS alerts at DrHaws.Homes, and attend showings. Dr. Haws will guide you every step of the way.
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Make a Winning Offer
Review comparable sales, decide on your offer price, include smart contingencies, and let Dr. Haws negotiate the best deal for you.
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Navigate Under Contract
Pay earnest money, schedule your home inspection, review the report, and handle the appraisal. Dr. Haws protects your interests throughout.
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Final Loan Approval
Respond quickly to lender requests, review your Closing Disclosure, confirm closing costs (typically 2–5%), and prepare your funds.
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Closing Day — You're a Homeowner!
Do a final walk-through, sign all documents, and get your keys! Dr. Haws will be right there with you for this life-changing moment.
Why Work With Dr. Haws as Your Buyer's Agent?
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19+ Years Experience
Over $200M in Utah real estate transactions — you're in expert hands.
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Diagnostic Precision
Dr. Haws analyzes every property like a doctor — no surprises, no hidden issues.
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FREE to Buyers
As your buyer's agent, Dr. Haws' services cost you nothing — the seller pays.
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Negotiation Master
Dr. Haws fights to get you the best price, terms, and conditions every time.
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Local Expert
Deep knowledge of Farmington, Sugar House, Davis County & all of Northern Utah.
5-Star Rated
Consistently 5-star reviews from hundreds of happy Utah homebuyers.
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