Tag: Buyer Tips

Buyers: Preapproval vs Prequalified Letter

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Posted on 05/10/2021

Photo by Lukas from Pexels If you're ready to get serious about your home buying journey, one of the first steps is seeing various lenders. As you become more familiar with the process, you'll likely hear the terms preapproval and prequalified mentioned again and again. We'll look at how each letter works and what you should know before...

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Real Estate Transfers Exempt from Seller Disclosures in California

Posted on 04/11/2021

Photo by Jeswin Thomas from Pexels Due diligence is part of buying and selling real estate in any state. California has several disclosures you must make, including additional disclosures for certain cities and counties for fire, flood and earthquake zones. However, some property transfers are exempt from disclosure requirements. If you are looking at a home that is...

Key Questions to Consider Before You Attend a Home Showing

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Posted on 10/11/2020

A home showing represents a valuable opportunity for a property buyer. However, there may be instances in which a buyer is unsure about whether to attend a house showing. Lucky for you, we're here to help you weigh the pros and cons of scheduling a home showing. Now, let's take a look at three questions to consider before you...

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Tailor Your Home Search to Your Budget

Posted on 09/06/2020

For those who want to simplify the homebuying process, crafting a budget is ideal. Because if you tailor your house search to your finances, you can eliminate the risk of spending beyond your means to acquire your dream residence. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you budget for the homebuying journey. 1. Analyze Your Financial...

Pros and Cons of Living in an HOA Community

Posted on 07/07/2020

Image by Photo Mix from Pixabay HOA living is not for everyone. However, for those who like the extra structure, you can find plenty of deed-restricted properties. Before you buy a home in a community with a homeowner's association, you should not only check out the rules, but you should also try to talk with some of the...

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Best Home Types and Options for Aging in Place

Posted on 06/28/2020

Photo by CDC on Unsplash Anyone purchasing a home should buy not just for today, but for the future as well; this forward-thinking approach may be more important to seniors than to any other group. The home you buy today should delight you and suit your needs; it should also be adaptable and comfortable to live in as...

Acquire Your Ideal California Luxury Residence

Posted on 06/21/2020

The California luxury housing market offers many opportunities, regardless of whether you plan to search for a residence in San Diego, Malibu or elsewhere. If you know how to make the most of the Golden State luxury homebuying experience, you should have no trouble acquiring a house that matches your expectations. Now, let's take a look at three tips...

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Posted on 05/03/2020

Why Should You Set Up a Home 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...

How to Expedite the Homebuying Journey

Posted on 04/26/2020

A seamless home search may be a dream come true for property buyers. Yet for those who want to accelerate the homebuying journey, problems sometimes may arise that make it tough to streamline a home search. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to speed up a home search and find your dream house without delay. Now, let's...

Where Should You Search for Your Dream Residence?

Posted on 10/20/2019

If you want to enjoy a successful homebuying experience, it may be beneficial to hone your house search to residences in a select group of cities and towns. That way, you can speed up the process of finding and buying your dream residence. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you narrow your house search. 1....