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Buying a Home Before Relocating to Washington

How out-of-state and military buyers successfully purchase a home before they arrive.

By David Wahlers · 5 min read

Buying sight-unseen sounds intimidating, but with the right process it's common — especially for military families on PCS orders.

How remote buying works

  • Video consultation to understand your goals, commute, and budget
  • Live video tours where you can ask questions and see details
  • Neighborhood drive-through videos at different times of day
  • Inspection reports with photos and a walkthrough call
  • Electronic signatures, plus mobile or remote notary options for closing

Protect yourself

  • Get fully pre-approved before you start
  • Build realistic timelines around your arrival
  • Never wire money based on emailed instructions without calling escrow at a verified phone number

This article is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice.

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