Tips for First Time Buyers

Make A List of Needs, Wants & Deal Breakers

 By making a list of these things and proritizeing them now you can save yourself a great deal time trying to make decisions later.  Also this will help your Realtor to find you your perfect home.

 Be Open Minded

 When telling your agent what youa re after in a home try to be open minded.  While you may prefer a certain criteria, if it is not a deal breaker do not count it out… more often than not buyers pickout homes they would never have looked at if not for keeping an open mind.

 Look Past the Decorative

While you may not like the personal decor of a home, the layout and structure may be just what you are after.  Try not to look at things like this that can easily be changed such as wall colors, window treatments, and carpeting to name a few. 

Get Pre-Qualified by a Lender 

This will help you to determine a realistic price range and save you a great deal of frustration.  Also, this information must be obtained prior to writing up an offer anyway, so it will make that process much quicker and easier.  A reputable lender will not charge you for this or obligate you to use their services, and it only takes a matter of minuets over the phone.

 Be Realistic

If you are looking at a home that is near perfect condition,, but ther is a leaking faucet, do not be discouraged.  Try to put the repairs needed into perspective.  Even walking into a new construction you can find a few little things that need repairing, as long as the structure and foundation are secure try not to sweat the small stuff.

 Ask Questions

If you have ANY questions—ASK!

If you are concerned about a potential defect call and inspector…  If you have legal concerns call an attorny…

Make sure you find out now because once you sign the paperwork it may be too late!