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gives buyers the opportunity to view homes that may not
have made it onto real estate websites for public viewing.
4. Location.
Your dream house may not be in your dream location,
and your dream location may not have your dream house.
Don’t get stuck in a rut if you’re not seeing everything you
want in your price range. Typically, you’ll need to make
some compromises with your first home. Keep a few non-
negotiables in your back pocket, but otherwise be open to
the idea of putting some of your own upgrades and changes
into a home that may not have everything on your wish list.
5. Home.
Don’t get stuck in the mindset that you should spend every
dollar that you qualify for in your mortgage. This could
lead to bigger problems down the road. Look in the market
under your max budget and be creative when looking at
homes for ways to make improvements or changes that
better fit your needs. A little bit of sweat equity can go a long
way and will give the home your own personal touch.
6. Offer.
Once you’ve found a house you want to call “home,”
work with your real estate agent to come up with an offer
the seller can’t refuse. Whether the house needs some
improvements or it’s a hot buy on the market, your agent
can guide you into making a serious offer to the seller. If
you’re feeling passionate about the home, write the seller
a letter explaining why you’re the best buyer for the home.
These touches can sometimes be the difference between
getting the house of your dreams, or losing it to another
buyer.
7. Moving.
You’ve done it! You’ve purchased your first home. Now that
you have a mortgage to pay, keep in mind some money-
saving tips, like asking your closest family and friends
to help you move! A little pizza can go a long way when
looking for some extra help. Make a plan for those personal
touches to add to your home. Test out paint colors in
each room to make sure you like the color in the daylight.
Purchase furniture after making detailed measurements
(you don’t want to come home with something that doesn’t
fit!). Add some curb appeal as a finishing touch and as a way
to meet your new neighbors!
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