How much does it cost to work with a buyer's agent?

In most cases, the seller pays the buyer's agent commission, so buyer representation is at no cost to you.

What makes Evan Beckett different from other real estate agents?

Evan has 20+ years of construction expertise in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, and foundations. He can estimate renovation costs on the spot and catches issues during walkthroughs that other agents miss.

Does Evan help with down payment assistance programs?

Yes. Evan navigates 25+ down payment assistance programs in Georgia, including Georgia Dream, Invest Atlanta, USDA, VA, and employer-based programs. Some buyers have purchased homes with less than $1,000 out of pocket.

What areas does Evan Beckett serve?

Evan serves all of Metro Atlanta including Peachtree City, Fayetteville, Newnan, Johns Creek, Suwanee, Cumming, Kennesaw, Canton, and 15+ other communities across Fayette, Coweta, Fulton, Gwinnett, Cobb, Cherokee, and Forsyth counties.

Pathway to Ownership

Not Ready to Buy? Lease Your Way to Homeownership

Start living in your future home today while building equity and strengthening your financial position for purchase.

The Process

How It Works

Find a Home You Love

Browse available properties with Evan. With 20+ years of construction experience, he evaluates every home for long-term value and identifies properties where lease-purchase arrangements work best.

Negotiate Lease-Purchase Terms

We negotiate terms that protect you: purchase price locked in today, option fee credited toward your down payment, and a monthly rent credit that builds your equity from day one.

Rent with a Portion Applied to Purchase

Move in and start living in your future home. Each month, a portion of your rent payment is credited toward the eventual purchase price, reducing what you owe at closing.

Exercise Your Option to Buy

When your lease term ends, exercise your option to purchase at the pre-negotiated price. Your option fee and accumulated rent credits apply toward closing, often covering a significant portion of your down payment.

Advantages

Benefits of Lease-to-Purchase

Build Equity While Renting

Unlike traditional renting where every payment disappears, a portion of each monthly payment is credited toward your future purchase. Your rent is working for you.

Lock In Your Purchase Price

In a rising market, your purchase price is set when you sign the lease-purchase agreement. Even if the home appreciates significantly, you pay the original agreed-upon price.

Time to Improve Your Credit

Use the lease period to strengthen your financial profile. Pay down debt, build savings, and establish the credit history you need to qualify for the best mortgage rates.

Test the Neighborhood

Live in the community before committing to buy. Experience the commute, meet the neighbors, try the schools, and confirm it is the right fit before you close.

The Numbers

Program Details

Typical Lease Term1 to 3 years

Negotiable based on your timeline

Option Fee2% to 5% of purchase price

Credited in full toward your down payment at closing

Monthly Rent CreditVaries by agreement

A fixed portion of each rent payment is applied to the purchase price

Purchase PriceLocked at signing

Protects you from market appreciation during the lease term

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Start Your Path to Ownership

Interested in a lease-to-purchase arrangement? Tell us about your situation and we will help you find the right home and structure the right deal.

Financing Navigator

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Contact Evan

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