Tag: Buying A Home

Checklist for Buying a Luxury Penthouse

Posted on 01/26/2021

Photo by Steven Buissinne via Pixabay Buying a luxury penthouse isn’t just about finding one perfect thing about it. Several other factors come into play when deciding where you might live for many years. If everything isn’t just right, you may end up with buyer’s remorse. Buying a penthouse is different from buying a house in that you...

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Things You Need to Know Before You Buy a Home

Posted on 11/10/2020

Buying your dream home may prove to be a long, arduous process. Thankfully, those who prepare for the homebuying journey can limit the risk of encountering hurdles along the way. And as a result, these homebuyers may be better equipped than others to enjoy a fast, seamless property buying experience. Now, let's take a look at three things you...

How to Approach Buying a Foreclosed Home

Posted on 06/09/2020

Photo by Alex D'Alessio on Unsplash Purchasing a foreclosure property is a great opportunity to own a home at an extremely affordable price. While many people successfully buy foreclosed homes and are happy with their decision, before making this large financial commitment, it’s a good idea to understand what you might be walking into—before you buy. Homeowner Left...

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Posted on 04/07/2020

Why Should You Set Up a House Showing?

For a buyer who is interested in learning more about a residence, it may be beneficial to set up a house showing. In fact, there are many reasons why now may be a good time to schedule a home showing, such as: 1. You can determine if a home is right for you. Many houses are available in cities...

Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval: Two Different Steps

Posted on 03/24/2020

Photo by Tayeb Mezahdia via Pixabay When you start looking for your dream home, you need to know how much mortgage you will qualify for. Your real estate agent might ask you to get a pre-qualification letter. However, just because you are pre-qualified doesn’t mean that you will get the loan. You need a pre-approval for that, and...

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Signs That Now Is a Good Time to Pursue a Florida Luxury House

Posted on 12/22/2019

Now may be the perfect time to acquire a luxury residence in Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay or another Florida city or town. In fact, there are many signs that may help you determine whether now is the ideal time to pursue a Sunshine State luxury house. These signs include: 1. You're looking to upgrade your current residence. If you...

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New Build? Pre-Owned? How to Choose…

Posted on 09/01/2019

First-time homebuyers often gravitate to newly-built homes, and for good reason. In a new build, the buyer often gets to choose finishes, fixtures, and flooring. Newer homes have higher energy-efficiency standards and meet up-to-date codes. Most of all, no one else lived there before you. It’s all virgin territory. Advantages of new buildsSome new builds offer even more...

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What Can a Homebuyer Learn from a Showing?

Posted on 05/26/2019

A showing enables a buyer to walk through a residence and envision what life may be like if he or she purchases it. And if a buyer crafts a home showing strategy, he or she can make the most of this opportunity. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you plan ahead for a house showing....

What Does It Really Cost to Buy a House?

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Posted on 04/07/2019

The cost of buying a house extends beyond a seller's initial asking price. In fact, there are many "hidden" costs that buyers need to consider as they decide whether to purchase a house, such as: 1. Closing Costs There are various closing costs that a buyer may encounter before he or she finalizes a house purchase, including survey, appraisal...

How to Manage Your Homebuying Expectations

Posted on 01/28/2019

If you intend to buy a house, it generally is a good idea to establish realistic property buying expectations. That way, you can plan ahead for the homebuying journey and avoid potential problems that otherwise may prevent you from achieving your desired results. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you manage your expectations as you...

Have You Set Realistic Expectations for the Homebuying Journey?

Posted on 01/21/2019

As a homebuyer, it is paramount to establish realistic expectations for the homebuying journey. That way, you can take a step-by-step approach to achieve various goals along this journey and acquire your ideal residence faster than ever before. Setting realistic homebuying expectations can be simple. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you set realistic homebuying...