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Buyer's Course

You Need An Expert

Buyer's Compensation

Choosing the Right Lender

Making an Offer and Negotiations

Your Offer Is Accepted

Inspections Are Complete

The Final Steps

Erin Brockovich Buyer Compensation

Buyer's Course

You Need An Expert

Buyer's Compensation

Choosing the Right Lender

Making an Offer and Negotiations

Your Offer Is Accepted

Inspections Are Complete

The Final Steps

Erin Brockovich Buyer Compensation

Nestled in the thriving heart of North Texas, communities like McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, Allen, and Plano offer the perfect blend of comfortable suburban living and modern convenience.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, Terri Egstad provides tailored market insights, in-depth local knowledge, and expert guidance to make your home-buying journey smooth, informed, and enjoyable.

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Stay ahead of the market with up-to-date insights from Terri Egstad. From new listings to pricing trends across North Texas, you’ll have the information you need to make confident decisions. With Terri’s expertise and analysis, you’ll always be one step ahead in a fast-moving real estate market.

Nestled in the thriving heart of North Texas, communities like McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, Allen, and Plano offer the perfect blend of comfortable suburban living and modern convenience.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, Terri Egstad provides tailored market insights, in-depth local knowledge, and expert guidance to make your home-buying journey smooth, informed, and enjoyable.

Exclusive Market Updates

Stay ahead of the market with up-to-date insights from Terri Egstad. From new listings to pricing trends across North Texas, you’ll have the information you need to make confident decisions. With Terri’s expertise and analysis, you’ll always be one step ahead in a fast-moving real estate market.

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Considering Buying?


Buying a home can be an exciting but also challenging experience. If you're planning to buy an East Bay home, it's important to be prepared and aware of what to expect throughout the process. This short guide is designed to provide buyers like you with valuable insights and tips to navigate the purchase of your East Bay property successfully.

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Home Buyers Blueprint

Step by Step Process to Buying A Home


Considering Buying?


Buying a home can be an exciting but also challenging experience. If you're planning to buy an East Bay home, it's important to be prepared and aware of what to expect throughout the process. This short guide is designed to provide buyers like you with valuable insights and tips to navigate the purchase of your East Bay property successfully.

DOWNLOAD TO ACCESS:

Home Buyers Blueprint

Step by Step Process to Buying A Home

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Spring is here!

The Spring Real Estate Market is thriving, and we are seeing a significant increase in demand for homes in Voorhees, especially from millennials.

In fact, the current absorption rate in our area is only 3 months, which means that if no more homes come on the market, we will only be able to sustain the current demand for up to 3 months.

This is great news for anyone considering selling their home, as the high demand can lead to a boost in your bottom line.

If you are thinking about selling your home, now is the perfect time to do so. To get started, it's essential to focus on your curb appeal, which can significantly impact the value of your property. That's why we've put together a helpful checklist to help you get started.

Friendly reminder: Before you make a repair, be sure to check with a real estate agent to make sure it is worth your return on investment. Feel free to Book A Call with me if you have any questions or want a free consultation!

Are you a little behind on your spring cleaning? Grab a copy of the Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist that was featured last month.

Preparing for a possible move this summer? Click below to check out our moving checklist to get your whole house ready for the next home!

Want to know what is happening throughout East Bay Now?

Click below for a full live schedule of local events around town!

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Spring is here!

The Spring Real Estate Market is thriving, and we are seeing a significant increase in demand for homes in Voorhees, especially from millennials.

In fact, the current absorption rate in our area is only 3 months, which means that if no more homes come on the market, we will only be able to sustain the current demand for up to 3 months.

This is great news for anyone considering selling their home, as the high demand can lead to a boost in your bottom line.

If you are thinking about selling your home, now is the perfect time to do so. To get started, it's essential to focus on your curb appeal, which can significantly impact the value of your property. That's why we've put together a helpful checklist to help you get started.

Friendly reminder: Before you make a repair, be sure to check with a real estate agent to make sure it is worth your return on investment. Feel free to Book A Call with me if you have any questions or want a free consultation!

Are you a little behind on your spring cleaning? Grab a copy of the Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist that was featured last month.

Preparing for a possible move this summer? Click below to check out our moving checklist to get your whole house ready for the next home!

Want to know what is happening throughout East Bay Now?

Click below for a full live schedule of local events around town!


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WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL Home Buyer SEMINAR Dallas

If you’re thinking about buying a home—or you’ve already decided to move forward but still have questions about the process, pricing, or next steps—you’re in the right place.

This complimentary buyer course is designed to give you clear, step-by-step guidance so you can move forward with confidence and make informed decisions every step of the way.

You’ll gain insight into timelines, inspections, loan pre-approvals, negotiations, and everything you need to know to navigate the home buying process with ease.

Take a look around, and when you’re ready, Terri is here to help guide you home.

Terri Egstad| Realtor

Pinnacle Realty Advisors

WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL Home Buyer SEMINAR Dallas

If you’re thinking about buying a home—or you’ve already decided to move forward but still have questions about the process, pricing, or next steps—you’re in the right place.

This complimentary buyer course is designed to give you clear, step-by-step guidance so you can move forward with confidence and make informed decisions every step of the way.

You’ll gain insight into timelines, inspections, loan pre-approvals, negotiations, and everything you need to know to navigate the home buying process with ease.

Take a look around, and when you’re ready, Terri is here to help guide you home.

Terri Egstad| Realtor

Pinnacle Realty Advisors

WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL HOME BUYER SEMINAR LIBRARY

Enjoy the latest & most up-to-date marketing & sales tactics to help you purchase a NEW home.

Thinking About Buying?

Are you thinking about buying a home but you don't know where to start?

  • ​Learn to take advantage of Tax Saving opportunities instead of throwing your money away

  • Walk through the important aspects of purchasing a home

What to Expect When Buying a Home

Purchasing a home is most likely going to be one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime.

  • ​We have helped hundreds of clients in the past and we can help you too

  • My team and I are free! The seller pays for our fees and they have an agent who has their best interest at heart. We are here to have yours

Home Buying Process -

First Step

The first step when looking to buy a home is getting qualified for a loan.

  • ​Before doing anything else you need to know what you can afford by getting qualified for a loan

  • ​Don’t go house hunting before going mortgage shopping

Pre-Approval vs

Pre-Qualification

Why you need an approval rather than just a pre-qualification.

  • Pre-Qualification is not a true approval but the initial step in a home loan process where you discuss your financial situation with a loan officer - nothing is verified

  • Pre- Approval is where the buyer provides the lender with the necessary documents to tell them what they are approved for, which loan option is the best for them and what the interest rate will be

10 Must Not’s When Buying a Home

Once you find your dream home, we need to make sure you get to move into it.

  • ​Don’t change jobs; becoming self employed or quit current job

  • ​Don’t buy a vehicles

  • ​Don’t use any charged cards or let your accounts fall behind

  • ​Don’t spend money you saved for closing

  • ​Don’t omit any debt or liabilities from your loan application

What are the Pros and Cons of Purchasing a Home?

Whether you’ve never owned a home before or it’s been a while since you’ve purchased, let's talk about the pros and cons.

  • Pro: Your wealth can increase as you build equity in your home through 2023 averaging about 3%

  • Con: Maintenance costs; work and money to keep a home in good condition

How Much Money Do I Need To Purchase a New Home?

Most people are afraid that it will cost them thousands and thousands of dollars to purchase a home in Brentwood.

  • ​There are various loans and grants to qualify to purchase a home

3 Tips To Get Your Offer Accepted

Are you competing with other buyers on your dream home or do you want to make sure you’ve got the best chance of getting your offer accepted?

  • Make sure you offered a competitive price on a home

  • Put down a larger earnest money deposit

  • ​Let the seller know that you have not written offers on any other properties

Offer Has Been Accepted, What’s Next?

Once your offer has been accepted, it's time to open up escrow.

  • It's time to get inspections done on the home, review disclosures, secure the loan, and get the appraisal done

WANT TO GET A FREE CUSTOM MARKET PROPOSAL?

Go to the next page to request a custom market proposal for your specific home

WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL HOME BUYER SEMINAR LIBRARY

Enjoy the latest & most up-to-date marketing & sales tactics to help you purchase a NEW home.

Thinking About Buying?

Are you thinking about buying a home but you don't know where to start?

  • ​Learn to take advantage of Tax Saving opportunities instead of throwing your money away

  • Walk through the important aspects of purchasing a home

What to Expect When Buying a Home

Purchasing a home is most likely going to be one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime.

  • ​We have helped hundreds of clients in the past and we can help you too

  • My team and I are free! The seller pays for our fees and they have an agent who has their best interest at heart. We are here to have yours

Home Buying Process -

First Step

The first step when looking to buy a home is getting qualified for a loan.

  • ​Before doing anything else you need to know what you can afford by getting qualified for a loan

  • ​Don’t go house hunting before going mortgage shopping

Pre-Approval vs

Pre-Qualification

Why you need an approval rather than just a pre-qualification.

  • Pre-Qualification is not a true approval but the initial step in a home loan process where you discuss your financial situation with a loan officer - nothing is verified

  • Pre- Approval is where the buyer provides the lender with the necessary documents to tell them what they are approved for, which loan option is the best for them and what the interest rate will be

10 Must Not’s When Buying a Home

Once you find your dream home, we need to make sure you get to move into it.

  • ​Don’t change jobs; becoming self employed or quit current job

  • ​Don’t buy a vehicles

  • ​Don’t use any charged cards or let your accounts fall behind

  • ​Don’t spend money you saved for closing

  • ​Don’t omit any debt or liabilities from your loan application

What are the Pros and Cons of Purchasing a Home?

Whether you’ve never owned a home before or it’s been a while since you’ve purchased, let's talk about the pros and cons.

  • Pro: Your wealth can increase as you build equity in your home through 2023 averaging about 3%

  • Con: Maintenance costs; work and money to keep a home in good condition

How Much Money Do I Need To Purchase a New Home?

Most people are afraid that it will cost them thousands and thousands of dollars to purchase a home in Brentwood.

  • ​There are various loans and grants to qualify to purchase a home

3 Tips To Get Your Offer Accepted

Are you competing with other buyers on your dream home or do you want to make sure you’ve got the best chance of getting your offer accepted?

  • Make sure you offered a competitive price on a home

  • Put down a larger earnest money deposit

  • ​Let the seller know that you have not written offers on any other properties

Offer Has Been Accepted, What’s Next?

Once your offer has been accepted, it's time to open up escrow.

  • It's time to get inspections done on the home, review disclosures, secure the loan, and get the appraisal done

WANT TO GET A FREE CUSTOM MARKET PROPOSAL?

Go to the next page to request a custom market proposal for your specific home

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Terri Egstad | Realtor

Pinnacle Realty Advisors

MEET TERRI EGSTAD

Here's your team that will help you throughout the entire selling & buying process

Terri Egstad | Realtor

Pinnacle Realty Advisors

Terri Egstad | Realtor

Meet Terri Egstad

Terri Egstad is a highly experienced real estate professional based in McKinney, Texas, bringing over 20 years of industry expertise to buyers and sellers across North Texas. Specializing in luxury homes and premier communities throughout McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, Allen, and Plano, Terri is known for delivering a refined, concierge-level experience tailored to each client’s unique goals.

Her career spans multiple facets of the real estate industry—including title, residential sales, REO properties, and appraisals—giving her a well-rounded perspective and strategic advantage in every transaction. With deep market knowledge and strong negotiation skills, Terri is committed to helping clients maximize value while navigating the process with clarity and confidence.

Terri’s approach is rooted in relationships. She takes the time to truly understand her clients’ lifestyles, preferences, and long-term goals, allowing her to provide a personalized experience that goes far beyond the transaction. Known for her integrity, loyalty, and responsiveness, she treats every client the way she would want to be treated—earning trust that lasts well beyond closing.

Originally from Mississippi, Terri earned her degree in Marketing with an emphasis in Sales Management from the University of Southern Mississippi before relocating to the Dallas area in 1999. Outside of real estate, she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on her daughter at volleyball games, traveling, and connecting with her community. A proud dog lover, Terri is often accompanied by her two miniature Dachshunds, Ben and Lucy.

For Terri, real estate is more than buying or selling homes—it’s about helping people find the perfect place to build their next chapter. With her experience, dedication, and client-first approach, she is a trusted partner every step of the way.

Terri Egstad | Realtor

Meet Terri Egstad

Terri Egstad is a highly experienced real estate professional based in McKinney, Texas, bringing over 20 years of industry expertise to buyers and sellers across North Texas. Specializing in luxury homes and premier communities throughout McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, Allen, and Plano, Terri is known for delivering a refined, concierge-level experience tailored to each client’s unique goals.

Her career spans multiple facets of the real estate industry—including title, residential sales, REO properties, and appraisals—giving her a well-rounded perspective and strategic advantage in every transaction. With deep market knowledge and strong negotiation skills, Terri is committed to helping clients maximize value while navigating the process with clarity and confidence.

Terri’s approach is rooted in relationships. She takes the time to truly understand her clients’ lifestyles, preferences, and long-term goals, allowing her to provide a personalized experience that goes far beyond the transaction. Known for her integrity, loyalty, and responsiveness, she treats every client the way she would want to be treated—earning trust that lasts well beyond closing.

Originally from Mississippi, Terri earned her degree in Marketing with an emphasis in Sales Management from the University of Southern Mississippi before relocating to the Dallas area in 1999. Outside of real estate, she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on her daughter at volleyball games, traveling, and connecting with her community. A proud dog lover, Terri is often accompanied by her two miniature Dachshunds, Ben and Lucy.

For Terri, real estate is more than buying or selling homes—it’s about helping people find the perfect place to build their next chapter. With her experience, dedication, and client-first approach, she is a trusted partner every step of the way.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE TERRI EGSTAD

The Right Partner for a Confident and Stress-Free Home Purchase

Terri is a thorough professional and an outstanding and dependable partner in your home buying journey. Her knowledge of the Real Estate Market, timeliness, guidance throughout the process are an unmatched combination. She adds a personal touch understanding your needs and preferences so well. We will highly recommend her to any home buyer in TX and would be our Go To real estate agent at any given time.

- Sonali S.

The Kind of Service You Can Trust from Start to Finish

I can not say enough good things about Terri. She truly was amazing and went above and beyond to help us get the home of our dreams. She kept us informed and helped with every aspect of the home buying process. I would highly recommend her!

- Gray R.

The Perfect Guide for a Smooth First Home Purchase

We just bought our first house and Terri was our agent. My husband and I are 100% satisfied with Terri's service. She made the process to be very easy and smooth, through out the whole process she was alwaysa available to give us a tour, answer questions, brainstorm with us, explain all the details about paperwork, down-payment, closing costs, etc. I highly recommend Terri.

- Suzana V.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE TERRI EGSTAD

The Right Partner for a Confident and Stress-Free Home Purchase

Terri is a thorough professional and an outstanding and dependable partner in your home buying journey. Her knowledge of the Real Estate Market, timeliness, guidance throughout the process are an unmatched combination. She adds a personal touch understanding your needs and preferences so well. We will highly recommend her to any home buyer in TX and would be our Go To real estate agent at any given time.

- Sonali S.

The Kind of Service You Can Trust from Start to Finish

I can not say enough good things about Terri. She truly was amazing and went above and beyond to help us get the home of our dreams. She kept us informed and helped with every aspect of the home buying process. I would highly recommend her!

- Gray R.

The Perfect Guide for a Smooth First Home Purchase

We just bought our first house and Terri was our agent. My husband and I are 100% satisfied with Terri's service. She made the process to be very easy and smooth, through out the whole process she was alwaysa available to give us a tour, answer questions, brainstorm with us, explain all the details about paperwork, down-payment, closing costs, etc. I highly recommend Terri.

- Suzana V.

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