3 Step Checklist Before Purchasing A Home

Step 1:

buying house goal sheet

Write down your goal of owning a home with a brief statement describing what you'd like the house to have, where it should be located in proximity to works, school, etc, and what condition it should be in. Include a hand-drawn picture of it.

Step 2:

buying house real estate pre-approval bank get

Go to the bank to get Pre-Approved if you will not be paying cash for the property.

Step 3:

real estate agency buy home

After deciding on the location of where you'd like to live, find and choose an agent that is prominent in that area to represent you in the purchase.

Agents are paid by seller's pre-determined amount.
Your agent will likely save you money by negotiating the price down.
Your agent will assist you through the house-buying process.
Your agent will guide you, ensuring you do what needs to be done on time.
Real estate agents expedite the process, saving you time.
Real estate agents spot problems of homes that you may not realize, which can save you lots of time, money and effort.
Real Estate agents can inform you about new developments that can save you money, (i.e.. Tax credits, Grants, Mortgage options, Homestead Exemption, 1031-Exchanges, Property's coming on the market etc.)
Real estate agents can help you find a deal on a high demand property.

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