First Time Home Buyers: How You Can Ensure a Successful First Transaction



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If you’re a first time homebuyer, you are probably very nervous as this is a big decision for you. Deciding where you want to live, how much you want to spend and committing to this home for the next 3-5 years can be overwhelming. Our objective is to help you sort through what type of housing you want to live in, if you want maintenance or if you want lifestyle to find the best home out there at a price you can afford. We help you negotiate that sale successfully; we want you to be happy, confident and satisfied with the transaction front start to finish.

What Should You Do to Prepare for Buying a Home 

In preparation for the purchase of their first home, the first step is becoming qualified with a lender so you know what you can spend in today’s market. Nothing is more disappointed than looking at houses that you can’t afford or finding the home of your dreams and not being able to bid on it because you don’t have the qualification letter. Speaking with a lender beforehand will ensure that if you find the right property, you can buy it.

I also want you to connect with a real estate agent who will listen to what it is that you want, seeking and to find the perfect home in the perfect location. This agent also needs to be savvy and knowledgeable about the market; they should also give you options that you may not have considered. With so many opportunities in the market, it can get rather confusing. However the reality is that based on your life style, there are only a few specific homes that fit your specific needs and wants. The goal of a good real estate agent is to identify just that.

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