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Caroline ' s Real Estate Corner
TOP 5 HOME BUYING TIPS
It is hard to believe that it is 2017 . Are you busy making New Year ' s resolutions this year ? If buying a home is a goal for you in 2017 , here are some tips to help you start your home buying process .
1 . Consult with a Realtor
An experienced Real Estate Professional can help guide you through the home buying process and help you to avoid some costly mistakes .
Ask for an initial consultation .
2 . Obtain a Pre-Approval
Many times buyers will begin looking at homes online prior to understanding some very important things . Before searching , you will want to understand exactly how much you can qualify for in a loan . More importantly , as a home buyer , you need to determine what you can actually afford . What you qualify for and what you feel you can actually afford are sometimes very different . There is a lot to consider including determining the size of your down payment and the different types of loans that are available . A good loan officer will review these options with you so you
can make an informed decision .
3 . Define your Search Parameters
Once you have met with your Realtor and you received your pre-approval , it is time to start your home search . You will want to think about the type of home you may be interested in purchasing . Ranch ? Two story ? Size ? Deciding on a neighborhood may take some leg work . Driving the neighborhoods is always a good idea along with looking up neighborhood information online .
4 . Making the Offer
So you have found a home - how exciting ! It is time for your agent to provide you with sales on comparable properties in the area . There is a lot to consider and compare and this process will allow you to make an informed decision regarding price .
5 . Home Inspection
Once you are in contract , this part of the process is very important . Hiring a trusted home inspector can save you money down the road . This should always be a contingency in your offer to sellers , even when buying a home as is .
Caroline Shroyer , RE / MAX Affiliates
For more information on the homebuying process , please contact Caroline Shroyer .
Phone : ( 614 ) 989-6401 E-mail : CarolineShroyer @ gmail . com
Happy New Year !
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