Home Buying Tips: Series 1

Purchasing your first home is a big step, that comes with some very serious decisions. Many homebuyers are intimidated by the process, and continue renting much longer than they should, or need to. However, if you break the homebuying process down into these simple steps, and follow these important tips, you will find the process less intimidating, and much more manageable. This week I will share 7 tips to help you along the way, here is the sixth:

6) Pick Your Favorite Neighborhoods You can always make changes to your house, but you can never change its location. Most home buyers already have a good idea of where they would like to live because of school districts, work, or other factors. However, neighborhoods can be pretty different, even in the same area of the city. Ask your Realtor to email you a list of homes in the specific area of town youre interested in. Take a drive through the different neighborhoods on the list your Realtor sends you, and choose your favorites. Pay attention to area amenities, how well the yards & common areas are kept, and if you see a lot of for lease signs which can be an indication of a heavy rental area, and lacking in pride of ownership. After you have picked your favorite neighborhoods, and you know your must haves and wants, you can literally make a list of EVERY home available that meets your criteria, and view those homes.   By:Eric Bramlett