Sep 10, 2017
The house buying process can be overwhelming for first time home buyers but also for move-up buyers as well. It doesn’t have to be if you put together a team of experts who will guide you through the entire process.
It starts with a mortgage professional who will take a look at your finances, including your credit score, to qualify you for a mortgage. A lot of information about you and your credit management abilities come up during this process. Having derogatory items on your credit report doesn’t mean you can’t qualify for a mortgage. Everyone’s situation is different and a mortgage broker is familiar with most situations and can offer options.
Once armed with a pre-approval, you can confidently work with a Realtor to find the right house for you. According to the report, on average, home buyer spend five months house-hunting and visit 10 locations before deciding to buy. It’s certainly a good idea to take your time to make sure to get the house that’s right for you. Interestingly, the report found that 33% of home buyers felt rushed into making a purchase and increased to 39% for first timers. Sixty-eight per cent were prepared to settle for a home that was less than perfect. Four-fifths of prospective buyers said they know a home is right for them as soon as they step inside.
Once the Offer to Purchase is made, working with a trusted lawyer is the best way to make sure there are no surprises at closing. The bottom line is to take your time, work with professionals and do some research.
Here are the top five mistakes new homebuyers make: