Buying a home isn’t for the faint-of-heart. In fact, you need to be ready to take charge of the whole experience if you want to be successful.
Going into the process armed with all of the knowledge you need is the best way to shop-and purchase-confidently.
Here’s what you need to know:
You also need to know some basic real estate lingo. Finally, you have to be confident that you’re working with a skilled Main Line real estate agent who knows what she’s doing and has your best interests at heart.
Once you’ve built up your reservoir of knowledge, you’re ready to tackle the biggest part: preparation.
Start by gathering all of your bank statements, tax returns and pay stubs. It’s best to go back at least 24 months, but if you can only come up with 12 months’ worth, that will be okay, too.
From there:
Remember, this is about you and your needs. You’re going to own your home, so you need to own the process that gets you there.
Call me at 610-608-3119 or fill out my easy online contact form. I’ll be able to start searching Main Line homes for what you need and walk you through the entire process from start to finish.
Links:
How Much Home Can You Afford
Mortgage Basics
How Much Do I Have to Save to Buy a Home
A Short Guide to Real Estate Lingo