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Buying Real Estate

One of the biggest purchases in most people’s life is buying a home, and to some, probably a very important decision to make, any error made along the way might end up costing a lot.    But, please do not worry. 

Let us help guide you with a few tips to make this experience an enjoyable one.  Right now, you may be concerned that obtaining your dream house could easily be just a dream, and sometimes some people think that is not as easy as it should be and this is the result of many Americans not owning a home. 

But let me tell you, is not as hard as some people might think, in fact with the right help and guidance it could be an amazing experience.

Nevertheless, purchasing a house requires a considerable financial commitment. Therefore, you must do everything correctly to guarantee that no poor choice will end up costing you a lot.

Calculate your Finances

When purchasing a home for the first time, you should start by doing a financial assessment.

Even if it’s not the most amusing aspect of becoming a homeowner, the financial discussion is a crucial one.

In a lot of the cases, you probably will need a loan unless you have a significant amount of money to purchase a property with a higher down payment or even cash.  But for the most part you need to get a home loan. Of course, no one will just give you hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Because that’s how loans operate, you can borrow money without having to prove that you can repay it.

Therefore, it’s crucial to determine if you are financially prepared to get a loan.

(At A 2nd Chance Realty Group we will help you get Pre-Approved)

Some of the criteria to get a loan includes

Verifying your credit ratings and reports, confirm that you have a reliable source of income, and confirm that you have a history of timely payments.

By doing so, you may determine how much your potential lenders are prepared to offer you and how much you can afford to pay for the home you want to purchase.

Once you become a homeowner, obtaining a home equity loan is another financial choice you should be aware of and take into consideration.

Such a loan might provide you with the greater sum of money you need to spend in upgrading the home if you need to renovate the one you purchase.

Look for a Professional Realtor

You’ll have a good notion of what your budget is once you know how much lenders are ready to offer you.

Looking at homes that cost $400,000 when you can only afford to spend $150,000 for yours is just a waste of time.

Now that you have a set spending limit in mind, it’s time to engage with a qualified realtor to identify the ideal home that fits both your needs and your budget.

Real estate agents do get a fee on the sale of a home, but you won’t be the one footing the bill,

the seller does.

So why not work with a consultant that is familiar with the market and can discover your ideal property much more quickly?

Let us help you find your dream home

Getting ready to Find your dream home

Most likely, you’re wondering what to look for while touring several houses.   Well, the simple answer to this question is no. In actuality, “it depends” is usually the best response.

based on your requirements and interests. When touring a property, there are a number of important aspects to consider, including the location, size, age, level of upkeep throughout the years, and design of the individual rooms.  When you relate each of these qualities to your unique requirements and expectations for your house, they all become important.

Most likely, you’re wondering what to look for while touring several houses.   Well, the simple answer to this question is no. In actuality, “it depends” is usually the best response.

based on your requirements and interests. When touring a property, there are a number of important aspects to consider, including the location, size, age, level of upkeep throughout the years, and design of the individual rooms.  When you relate each of these qualities to your unique requirements and expectations for your house, they all become important.

Know what your house needs

Make sure you are well-aware of your demands as a homeowner before you begin attending property showings.  If you buy the property, for instance, for yourself and your family, you could be searching for a larger home.  On the other hand, purchasing a five-room property is completely unnecessary if you want to live there alone.  Or, it would be preferable to seek for a house nearby your place of employment if you don’t want to spend a lot of time and money commuting.

However, if you’re a freelancer working from home, the location of your home is less important unless you explicitly want to be near to certain amenities like restaurants, shopping centers, schools, or other places of this kind.

Inspect the property 100%

Before finalizing the sale, carefully investigate the property you’re buying.  Properties, particularly older ones, but even newer homes, might conceal a variety of issues, including mold, foundation issues, asbestos, broken roofs, poisonous building materials, or serious plumbing issues.  Fixing all of these underlying problems might be quite expensive.  They may also cause you a lot of headaches, not to mention.  To guarantee there are no surprises in the future, get the property assessed by an expert.

Fausto Codio

Broker of Record

973-405-7838

Fausto@a2ndchancegrouprealty.com