Many home buyers, especially first time buyers make counteroffer mistakes. Some believe a seller will always counter and others sit on a counteroffer from the seller putting themselves in jeopardy of losing the house. A counteroffer from a seller isn’t guaranteed. Depending on how long the home has been on the market, how many showings […]
Millennial home buyers are defined as someone who is in the 18-35 year age bracket. Many millennials have thought about purchasing a home but, due to rising home prices and student debt haven’t taken the leap. Although millennials have seen the struggle in real estate during the recession the dream of homeownership is still alive […]
Real estate and details go hand in hand and when you’re buying a home there are a lot of details to consider. When you purchase a home you’re making a commitment to more than just the home itself. You’re also committing to the neighborhood it’s located in. In most cases, you’re going to be living […]
After going through all of the steps it takes to buy a home it’s finally ALL yours! You are a happy new homeowner. You can paint the walls and customize it as much as you like but, before you dive into setting up your nest be sure to take care of these things first. The […]
Buying a home, whether it’s your first or your fifth comes with a lot of “I didn’t know that.” Real estate is constantly changing and there are always going to be questions about choosing the right home to determine what loan is best for you. Lending is a big part of real estate and it’s […]
Low appraisals are a common occurrence in a seller’s market but, they’re a possibility no matter what the current market conditions are. It can be heartbreaking for sellers and buyers when an appraisal comes in low but, it’s important for all parties to remain calm. It’s not a death sentence to the entire deal but, […]
Buying a home is a big event and it can lead to a lot of different emotions. The excitement is wonderful but, the stress can get to you if you let it. Don’t sabotage your dream of owning a home. Steer clear of these mistakes and you’ll stay on track right through closing on your […]
This is part 2 of our buying a home in Northern Virginia in 2018 series. You can read part 1 of our series here. We pick up where we left off with senior loan officer Brian Pawsat of Caliber home loans to talk about taking the right steps to purchase a home this year and […]
This is a question I get asked a lot. It comes from first time home buyers the most but, there are many buyers out there who wonder just how many homes they should see. The answer … there is no magic number. Sorry to disappoint but, there really isn’t a one size fits all number. […]
Being a first time home buyer can be overwhelming. It comes with a lot of unknown territory and it’s a big investment. Avoiding these common first time home buyer mistakes can not only make it a more enjoyable process it can also save you a lot of headaches. Not Knowing What You Can Afford Once you’ve […]
