First Time Home Buyer Guide
Things to consider when buying a home
Buying a home for the first time is both exciting and challenging. If you’re not careful the home you buy can cause financial strain. Our first-time homebuyers guide shows you how to buy a home that’s a perfect fit for you and your budget.
BEFORE SHOPPING FOR A HOME
Getting pre-approved before you begin house hunting allows you to know how much house you can realistically afford. Knowing this narrows down the options and makes the selection process more efficient. Not to mention, it protects you from the unpleasant surprise of realizing the home you fell in love with doesn’t fit your budget.
With a pre-approval letter, the seller has some assurance from the lender that you’re able to borrow money to purchase a home up to a pre-determined amount. It’s based on the income, employment, credit history and asset documentation you supply at the time of pre-approval. See the six reasons why you need to get pre-approved
First Time Home Buyer Guide
Buying a home is a huge step. Being an informed home buyer can save you from making costly mistakes. This homebuyer guide can help you prepare and get excited about purchasing your new home. It will cover the most common questions and mistakes homebuyers make. And if you choose us to handle your financing, you will also have an experienced professional in your corner to guide you through every step of the home buying process.
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WHERE ARE MORTGAGE RATES HEADING?
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the National Association of Realtors, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have all projected that mortgage interest rates will increase over the next twelve months. The time to purchase a home is now. A higher interest rate cost you more money over the life of the loan. Additionally, it can impact your purchasing power.
COMMON MISTAKES HOME BUYERS MAKE AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
To help you navigate the home buying process without falling for some of the most common pitfalls, here are some of the most common mistakes new homebuyers make and how you can avoid them. We provide this information to help provide a smooth and stress-fress home buying experience.
