FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WH EN I S T H E B ES T T I M E TO B U Y ? When you have found the right home. Don’t wait for perfect conditions to buy – they don’t exist.
H OW DO I K N OW WH EN I T ’ S R I G H T TO P R ES EN T AN O FFER ?
WH EN I S T H E B ES T T I M E TO G E T A M O R TGAG E?
Don’t be afraid to write an offer – there is no commitment until you remove all the contingencies. Offer what the property is worth to you, otherwise you may be helping someone else’s offer look good!
Getting pre-qualified before you start searching – this will help immensely and prevent disappointment.
CAN I G E T O U T O F A D EAL I F I D ECI D E I T I SN ’ T R I G H T FO R M E?
H OW DO I CH OOS E A R EALTO R ?
Yes – you have not gone too far until the contingencies have been removed.
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Think of the process as equivalent to giving a job interview. Do they know the local market? Price points? Types of homes? Ask for references!
H OW DO I FI N D T H E P ER FEC T H O M E? Prioritizing and compromising are necessary elements. Compile a list of ‘must haves’ and then a list of ‘would-likes’ – you will never find the right home otherwise.
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WH OS E O PI N I O N S H O U LD I T R U S T WH EN B U Y I N G A H O M E? Trust personal instinct, trusted advisors, and do what feels right – too much stress indicates it’s time to walk away.
WHAT DO I DO I F I G E T B U Y ER ’ S R EM O R S E? It is normal and will pass if the situation is right.
