Top 10 Tips for Buying a Home
1. Select a Realtor…in Texas we all have the right to representation and working with a competent Realtor professional is critical to a successful transaction, whether selling OR buying a home. There are many components and variables in purchasing a home and it is extremely important to have your very own advocate protecting your interests.
2. Get your FINANCES in order…this is a big one. You must know what your borrowing power is and how you're going to pay for your new home. Working with a competent lender is the next step and your Realtor can provide you with a list of reputable lenders to interview.
3. Start your home search…most home buyers begin looking online at homes in desired neighborhoods. The fun begins when you start previewing and select a home to purchase!
4. Make an offer…your Realtor will advise and counsel you thru this process making sure to use current market data to assist you in this very important step.
5. Once all parties have agreed to terms, it is advisable to hire an inspector to inspect the home…it is extremely important to be knowledgeable and comfortable with all aspects of the property. An inspector will check all systems of the home apprising you of condition. This is a critical step in a successful home purchase.
6. A typical inspection will include, but is not limited to the following…Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing.
7. Once satisfied, we move thru the next steps of title work and loan processing.
8. Secure home owner's insurance, schedule movers, and set up with utility providers.
9. Close Escrow…it's official…you are now a homeowner!
10. Call me and let's get started!