Five Things First-Time Home Buyers Must Know

Buying a home for the first time can be terrifyingly intimidating—there’s so much to learn! Start with the basics. Here’s what every first-time home buyer needs to know to dive into house hunting with confidence.
  1. How much home can you afford
  2. How to pick the right real estate agent
  3. There’s no such thing as a perfect home
  4. Do your homework
  5. Know your tax credit options

Four Habits of Successful Home Buyers – Get Yourself Ready to Buy

Buying a home is as much about your state of mind as the state of your bank account—but both need to be in great condition. Here’s how to get in shape. 

  1. Ditch an indulgence or two
  2. Make a savings account
  3. Do a trial run at homeownership
  4. Pay your bills and know your credit score

Benefits of Using a Buyer’s Agent

A buyer’s agent will guide you through the home-buying transaction and be at your disposal for any questions or concerns. 

Here are some of the things a buyer’s agent can do.

Help You Find the Right Property

After determining what clients are looking for and what they can afford, I will schedule appointments to tour homes that fit the bill. I will also explain the ins and outs of various properties and neighborhoods to help you decide which home is right for you by explaining the pros and cons of various options.

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Negotiate the Offer

I can advise you on an appropriate price to offer and present it to the seller’s agent. This is where my experience in negotiating deals can save you money and help you avoid pitfalls like a fixer-upper that’s more trouble than it’s worth.

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Recommend Other Professionals

A buyer’s agent should also be able to refer you to reliable mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, home inspectors, movers, and more. This will help you to expedite each step of the process and move you to a successful sale all the faster.

Help Overcome Setbacks

If the home inspector’s report or appraisal brings new issues to light, I can advise you on how to proceed, and then act as a buffer between you and the sellers or their agent. If negotiations become heated or hostile, it’s extremely helpful to have an experienced professional keeping calm and offering productive solutions.

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12901 SE 97th Ave Ste 210
Clackamas OR 97015
Office Phone: 503-652-2260