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Buying Pathway

Choose Your Buying Pathway. Our Buying Pathway offers both Done-For-You ease and Pay-For-What-You-Need flexibility. From home search to closing, we provide expert support tailored to your journey, ensuring every step is seamless, stress-free, and designed around your goals.

Free / Flexible

Explorer (Flexible)

Free

Perfect for independent buyers who prefer to move at their own pace. Access valuable tools, resources, and professional guidance whenever you need it.

Real-time property alerts (new listings, price changes, status updates)
Customized MLS home search + map & advanced filters
Client Hub (save favorites, searches, and alerts)
Off-market & coming-soon opportunities
Curated listing matches (based on your feedback and goals)
Weekly market reports & property updates
Ongoing strategy & feedback check-ins to narrow the search
Buyer VIP Roadmap & Guide (worksheets, checklists, quizzes)
Buyer Resource Basecamp (tools, templates, and trusted resources)
Community newsletter: The Southern Pulse
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Guided

Pathfinder (Guided)

A customizable approach where you choose & pay only for the phases of your home journey you want help with. You stay in control while getting professional support only where & when you need it.

Checkpoint 1 — Pre-Buyer Readiness
Checkpoint 2 — Mortgage Readiness
Checkpoint 3 — Home Search & Touring Readiness
Checkpoint 4 — Offer Strategy & Negotiation
Checkpoint 5 — Under Contract / Due Diligence
Checkpoint 6 — Closing Day Readiness
Checkpoint 7 — Beyond the Keys
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Done For You

Navigator (Done for You)

3% commission

Designed for busy clients who want a seamless, fully managed experience. Includes all Explorer and all Pathfinder pathways. We handle the details, coordinate the moving parts, and guide the process from start to finish so you can focus on what comes next.

Includes all Explorer pathways
Includes all Pathfinder pathways
Dedicated agent
Dedicated transaction coordinator
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Schedule a Needs Assessment

Our Needs Assessment is the foundation of your real estate journey. We take the time to understand your goals, timeline, and priorities so we can create a personalized plan and match you with the right level of support.

Buying Pathway FAQs

How do your Buyer Pathways work?

Our Buyer Pathways allow you to choose the level of support that's right for you. Whether you need occasional guidance, support for specific phases, or a fully managed experience, we provide help where and when you need it.

What is the difference between Explorer, Pathfinder, and Navigator?

Explorer provides flexible tools and resources, Pathfinder offers support for selected phases of your home-buying journey, and Navigator delivers a fully managed, done-for-you experience from start to closing.

What happens during the Needs Assessment?

We take time to understand your goals, budget, timeline, and priorities so we can recommend the pathway and services that best fit your needs.

Can I start with one pathway and switch later?

Yes. Many clients begin with one pathway and adjust their level of support as their needs evolve throughout the buying process.

What buying phases can I choose in the Pathfinder Pathway?

You can select support for one or more checkpoints of your buying journey: Pre-Buyer Readiness, Mortgage Readiness, Home Search & Touring Readiness, Offer Strategy & Negotiation, Under Contract / Due Diligence, Closing Day Readiness, and Beyond the Keys.

Why should I choose a pay-for-what-you-need model?

Not every buyer needs the same level of service. Our flexible model allows you to receive professional support where you need it while maintaining control of your budget and experience.

Do I need to be pre-approved before I start looking at homes?

While it's not required to begin exploring, obtaining a pre-approval can help you understand your buying power and strengthen your position when you're ready to make an offer.

Can you help first-time homebuyers?

Absolutely. We guide first-time buyers through every step of the process, helping them understand their options and make informed decisions with confidence.

What makes Sold by Social Realty different from a traditional brokerage?

Our pathway model gives you choices. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, you can select the level of support that best fits your goals, timeline, and budget.

How do I get started?

Schedule a free, no-obligation Needs Assessment. We'll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and help you choose the pathway that's right for you.