Here is week 24 in our series of home buying tips: Write a Letter with Your Offer. Flattery may get you everywhere! Tell the owner why you love their home, in addition to sharing some details about yourself. And don't be afraid to get personal, which might help the seller be more...
Here is week 23 in our series of home buying tips: Get Organized! When you get all your paperwork together to get pre-approved, keep it handy because you will need it again (and usually additional paperwork) when you actually apply for a loan. And be prepared to spend a good...
Here is week 22 in our series of home buying tips: Ask for a Personal Tour If they're willing, ask the sellers for your own walk-through. A one-on-one walk-through with the sellers offers the opportunity to ask specific questions about everything from which spot in the backyard gets the best sunlight...
Here is week 21 in our series of home buying tips: Does It Work For You? Do a mock commute to your job before you commit. It may sound silly, but if you drive or take public transportation to an office every day, your commute time (and convenience) is a major...
Here is week 20 in our series of home buying tips: Post-Purchase Money. Build a budget for after you get the house. Even if you find something (or intend on finding something) move-in ready, you will want to change some things to make it your own. Have the money for it...
Here is week 19 in our series of home buying tips: What Do You Really Need? Sit down and think about what is really important about your future home. Next, make a list of things you don't need and share it with your realtor. For example, sharing that you can...
Here is week 18 in our series of home buying tips: Make a Competitive Offer. A seller’s market is not the time to make lowball offers. Before you submit an offer, get an idea of what neighboring homes sold for recently. Your realtor should be able to give you an...
Here is week 17 in our series of home buying tips: Keep An Open Mind. Remember that all of your desires cost money and you probably do not have an unlimited budget. Instead of maintaining a myopic view of your new home, open your mind to the possibility of making some concessions. Prioritize...
Here is week 16 in our series of home buying tips: Keep Your Money Where It Is. It’s not wise to make any huge purchases or move your money around three to six months before buying a new home. You don’t want to take any chances with your credit profile....
Here is week 15 in our series of home buying tips: Look For Potential. While this is more common with first time home buyers, don’t assume you can find your perfect dream home within your budget. This is especially the case in a seller’s market (like we are in today)....
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