Confident Home Buying: Is This The House For Me?

I think this article makes some good points about buying a new home, especially your first new home. The first-time home-buyer market is moving quickly so it is important to be prepared and ready to buy. One thing this article does not state is that you need to be pre-approved by a lender before you start looking at homes. By doing your homework in advance and being ready to proceed when you find a home you like, your home buying experience will be positive with many fewer bumps in the road. If you or someone you know is thinking about buying a home, please let me know. I'd love to help!

Buying a house is likely the single largest investment you'll make and, like a good marriage, if it's the right one, it may last a lifetime. But how can you be confident in your home buying, especially if you're a first-time buyer? With so many homes to choose from, how do you know if this house is the one?
Sounds like a dating question. And, coincidentally, using some of the same techniques used to determine if you're marrying the right person may also help you decide which home is the best for your needs. These days more buyers are coupling up – buying homes together (even if they're not in a relationship) to offset the cost and be able to afford more.
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What Can You Do To Get Your Home Sold?

It's a question that all sellers ask, yet, many are still searching for answers. At one time, houses flew off the market but today's market conditions have changed. With the flood of foreclosures, short sales, and excess inventory, some houses sit for a long time on the market. It could take years to move some of those properties and see the excess supply diminish. However, if you take action and you have a plan, there's a good chance that your home will sell faster. The first important action step is to bring in the most qualified expert to help.Finding the best agent to guide you through the real estate transaction can be the difference between a real estate dream or nightmare.
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