First time buyers should not feel intimated by the real estate market, however, they should know what to watch out for! Buying a home is a very exciting, but one mistake could take the wind right out of your sails. Read below to see our list of the biggest mistakes first-time buyers make so you can prepare ahead of time! First Time Buyers MistakesSpending Too MuchBefore you start your house hunting, take a good look at what you make, the bills you currently have and determine exactly how much you can comfortably afford. Keep in mind, you will own more than just a mortgage payment each month. There are also taxes and insurance costs to factor in. Your utility bills might be higher if you’re moving into a larger house. There is no point in buying a home if you struggle each month to make ends meet. Even if you are approved for more than you expected… just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. Buying in an Area You Aren’t Familiar WithIt’s great to shop around in other parts of town. You are much more likely to find your dream home if you don’t set your geographical boundaries too tight. That said, make sure you fully research the area before you move. Talk to locals. You can even flag down your potential new neighbors and find out what they have to say about the area. Try local restaurants, walk the neighborhood, and visit at different times of the day. You should also consider the commute time. You wouldn’t want to move into a new house, only to find out traffic now adds an extra hour to your time in the car. Not Saving Your MoneyAs a homeowner, you will inevitably need to make repairs on the fly. Plumbing problems, heating issues, broken water heater… these things happen all the time. However, many people aren’t prepared for these expenses. You should always keep money set aside for the “unexpected” necessities. Don’t get blind-sided by repair work. Be ready to make a major repair if necessary. Trying to Do It All AloneYou can learn a lot online. In fact, we encourage you to do as much research as possible. However, nothing can compete with the value of a knowledgeable professional by your side… especially if you are a first-time buyer. And don’t ever go to the listing agent directly. Remember, they work for the seller and will be trying to get the most money possible for their client. It is best to find a professional who has your best interest in mind. Read online reviews and get references. Find out who your friends have worked with in the past and how the experience was. Working with the right people will help you avoid making common, first-time buyer mistakes. Not Having ImaginationSome houses you see aren’t going to be all you have dreamed of… at least not yet. So many people are put off by bad wallpaper, or a cluttered entryway, that they stop considering the house as an option. Look past cosmetic issues, and instead focus more on the “bones” of the house, as well as location, yard, and price of course. A few small changes and a can of paint can go a long way! Not Getting Pre-ApprovedThere is nothing worse than finding the home of your dreams, only to find out you won’t be able to afford it. Sometimes getting approved can take a little work, and you want to get that out of the way before you start house hunting. It will save everyone’s time and make the buying process go smoothly. Being “pre-approved” is not necessarily a guarantee of funds until the lender has reviewed the property, however, you can set yourself up in advance for a smooth transaction by doing this FIRST. As a first-time buyer, the process might seem overwhelming, but if you know what to watch out for, you can have peace of mind while shopping for your dream home. Remember to enjoy the process, this is a purchase you won’t soon forget! Are you a first-time buyer looking for a house in Atlanta? We can help you navigate the process! Send us a message now, or give our team a call! 678-337-1165https://sites.google.com/site/freshstarthomesales/ The post First Time Buyers Mistakes | Fresh Start Home Sales | Atlanta appeared first on Fresh Start Home Sales. via Blog – Fresh Start Home Sales https://www.freshstarthomesales.com/first-time-buyers-mistakes-in-atlanta/
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AboutFresh Start Home Sales was created to help individuals and families rent to own homes in good areas with great schools. We help people who have damaged or bruised credit or are self-employed and cannot qualify for a mortgage to rent to own a beautiful home in a great neighborhood for up to 3-5 years. They will agree to take that time to improve their credit and save for a more substantial down-payment to buy the house they are already living in and enjoying. We also help people who are relocating to our area who want to live in a great home with the possibility of owning that home in the future. These potential home owners like the flexibility of rent to own homes because they are unfamiliar with the areas so don’t want to get tied into a mortgage until they are sure they want to buy the house. It is somewhat of a try it before you buy it arrangement that suites everyone involved. Should any of our tenant-buyers choose not to buy the house they simply have to after 1 year give 60 days’ notice leave the home in good condition and get their security deposit back and are fully relieved from any obligation to buy that home. Contact:
Fresh Start Home Sales Address: 2330 Scenic Highway Snellville, GA 30078 Phone: 678-337-1165 E-mail: [email protected] Website: https://www.freshstarthomesales.com/ Find Us Online: 500px Bitly Box Diigo Dropbox Evernote Postach.io Instapaper Newsblur Nimbus OneDrive OneNote Quip Todoist Toodledo Trello Tumblr Weebly WordPress Facebook Page MySpace Blogger Google Drive Youtube Google+ Page Recommended Links: About.me Alternion BrandYourself FollowUs Gravatar BeHance Linkkle Ello.co Carrd.co Scoop.it Zumvu iLink Archives
March 2023
Categories |