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How To Buy A House: The Process At A Glance
The best way to prepare is to know what to expect. Here are the 12 steps that you will need to accomplish before receiving the keys to your new home.
- Step 1: Check Your Credit Score
- Step 2: Save For A Down Payment And Closing Costs
- Step 3: Determine How Much Home You Can Afford
- Step 4: Choose A Lender
- Step 5: Get Preapproved For A Loan
- Step 6: Find The Right Real Estate Agent
- Step 7: Determine Your Priorities
- Step 8: Start House Hunting
- Step 9: Make A Smart Offer
- Step 10: Get A Home Inspection
- Step 11: Make Sure The Home Is Appraised
- Step 12: Close On Your New Home
Everything sounds very simple, but there may be some bumps along the way; I will be with you every step of the way. Some additional tips
Research the market / Look into first time home buyer programs
- The two most significant considerations for homebuyers are typically location and budget. If you haven’t yet nailed down the areas where you’d like to live, start there. The following factors can help you narrow down your list of target neighborhoods:
- Commute
- Schools
- Accessibility
- Amenities
- Property taxes
- The type of home you’re looking for (single-family, townhome, condo)
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