HomeBuyer Big Mistakes

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The best way to avoid making a mistake it to learn from the mistakes others have made. Buying a home in a desirable location is your best defense. Remember: location, location, location.

* First-Time Home Buyer Tips.
Start your search online, and don’t rely on print because most homes are not advertised in the newspaper.

* Preview Homes for Sale.
Ask your agent to look at homes before showing them to you, and tour only those that fit your parameters.

* Avoid the Top 3 Home Buying Blunders.
Protect your earnest money deposit by writing contingencies into your contract.

Don’t go at it alone.  One of the most important steps if finding the right buyer’s agent to help you along the way.

Make sure you know the difference between the signing time and the actual closing date.   This can help you avoid a ton of frustration.

How To Pick An Agent

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With so much information available online, you might wonder why you need an agent at all. But all local markets vary from one another, and a good agent can guide you by giving you information based on experience and market knowledge.

* Why Hire an Agent?.
An agent with experience can help you to avoid making mistakes such as choosing the wrong home or offering too much.

* Find a Real Estate Agent.
Start by asking your friends and family member for referrals. Make sure you are comfortable with your agent before committing to work with that person.

* Follow Protocol for Working with Agents.
Here are 10 tips to prevent you from messing up or saying the wrong thing to an agent.