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Real Estate Tips
4 Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home...And How To
Avoid Them
Home Buyers:
Mistake #1:
Not knowing how
much they can afford before they make an offer.
The easiest way to avoid this
mistake is to get pre-approved for a mortgage by a lender so you know in
advance exactly how much you can afford.
Mistake #2:
Not realizing that
the wrong mortgage can cost thousands of dollars in needless interest
and taxes.
Check with your
accountant before you make your final decision on which mortgage you are
going to choose. Your CPA will be able to tell you what the long-term
effects will be on your income.
Mistake #3:
Not discovering
hidden defects before they buy a home.
One of the most expensive mistakes is also one of the easiest to avoid,
by having a professional pre-purchase home inspection.
Mistake #4:
Not
knowing how much credit can affect their ability to buy or refinance a
home.
Before you buy a home, many of the clouds on your credit history can be
cleared up or even eliminated. Your mortgage professional can help you
review and prepare your credit file in advance. |