SO many clients have asked me in recent months: “There are 10 offers on this house already. Should we even try?” My answer every time? “YES!” Here’s why: Contracts fall through for ALL sorts of reasons—from contingencies not being met to financing concerns. You never know what’s going to happen. In a market where multiple… Continue reading Buying a home? Don’t let multiple offers scare you!
Do you wonder why people dream about owning their own home? Are you curious to know some of the benefits of being a homeowner? Here are some of the major benefits: Financial Stability – you are your own landlord and your “rent” will never be raised. Financial Strength – paying down your own mortgage will… Continue reading Benefits of being a homeowner
Before buying a home, you really need to think about these two things: your budget and your non-negotiables Your budget: Don’t just play with online calculators or guess what you can afford. Sit down with a reputable bank or mortgage lender (I can refer you!) to get pre-approved and know what you’re comfortable paying each… Continue reading Before you buy a home, you need to know 2 things…
A question I hear a lot is “should I buy now or wait it out?” You might be asking yourself the same thing. Is now a good time to purchase a home, or will it be better next year? The truth is, we can’t predict (at least, 100% accurately) what the real estate market will… Continue reading Is now a good time to buy a home?
You see the listing price and think, “No problem!” And while that’s a good start, those aren’t the only expenses to consider when buying a home. Other costs and fees may include: 1) a down payment: 3-20% depending on the type of loan 2) home inspection fees: $300-500 3) appraisal: $400-700 4) underwriting and application… Continue reading Fees When Buying a Home
