Preparing to Buy a Home

There's lots to think about when you're planning to buy a home. How can you help yourself feel more confident about finding the right home for you? It starts with doing a little homework in advance: make lists of your must-haves for the home and your top neighborhoods or particular criteria, like "good schools" or "15 minute commute to work." Financially, you'll want to save for your down payment and work on your credit score if it's on the low side - most lenders require a minimum score of 620.

This HouseLogic article and video have more ideas for your preparations: 7 Steps To Take Before You Buy A Home.

When you're ready, bring your lists and other homework to your Realtor and start looking! You'll know what you need and what you can afford, and your Realtor will try to find you the closest match. If you're in the Grand Junction area, contact me so I can work with you to get you into your next home.

Making an Offer

When you're buying a house, it's important to be prepared for all the steps involved, from looking at what's on the market to making an offer. And when it comes to making an offer, there are a few things you can do to make the process easier and that "yes" answer from the sellers more likely, without hurting yourself.

Check out these tips from US News Money: 4 Rules to Live By When Making an Offer on a House

If you're in the Grand Junction area, contact me - I'll help you with all the steps of buying!

Ask the Right People the Right Questions

When you find the exact home you've been looking for, take the opportunity to talk to the neighbors. Your potential neighbors may be able to give insight into neighborhood and house, before deciding to buy. I came across a few ideas that can help jump start your conversation with these neighbors. As an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABRR), I like my buyers to be 100% prepared, and that means making sure they are as satisfied with the neighborhood as they are with the house.

4 Questions to Ask Neighbors Before Buying a Home by Patricia-Anne Tom.

Approaches to Selling a Home and Asking Prices

Want more detail about how sellers are putting their homes on the market and how their asking prices are working out? These tables have current data from the National Association of Realtors. Whether you're looking for a home to buy and wondering about the seller's perspective or looking for ideas about how to sell your home, or just curious, these numbers are interesting and worth a look! And remember: a Realtor is a great resource. If you're buying or selling in Grand Junction, give me a call.

Home Choices: New Home or Fixer-Upper?

When it comes to home buying, there are usually two paths you can take: buying a brand new home or purchasing a fixer-upper. Of course, there are advantages to both. Check out this article that’ll give you an excellent overview of both options. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I am really excited to help you find the exact home you are looking for. Please contact me with any questions!

Buying a Home – Brand New Vs. Fixer Upper. Copyright © 2009-2104. PropertyCluster.com. All Rights Reserved.

The Steps of Home Buying

The steps to buying a home rarely change. In almost every real estate purchase, buyers tend to follow the same road map. I found an article that includes an actual homebuyer’s road map! Take a look at what the homebuying process looks like and please contact me with any additional questions. I am excited to join you on this journey and will be with you every step of the way.

The Home Buying Process by Karen Highland. Copyright © 2014. Frederick Real Estate Online. All Rights Reserved.

Single and Looking to Buy?

There are many benefits to owning real estate, and no matter what the relationship status is - single, in a relationship, or married - the benefits still remain. I came across an article that I thought had some helpful information in it for singles looking to own real estate. As an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABRR), I have a wealth of information and resources that will help you every step of the way. Please take a look at this information and let me know if you have any questions. I look forward to working with you!

House Buying Tips for Singles by Tara-Nicholle Nelson. Copyright C2014. Singular Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Approaches to Searching for a Home

Want more detail about how home buyers are approaching their searches and where they're finding success? These tables have current data from the National Association of Realtors. Whether you're selling your home and wondering how buyers might find you, or looking for ideas about how to find the home you want to buy, or just curious, these numbers are interesting and worth a look! And remember: a Realtor is a great resource. If you're buying or selling in Grand Junction, give me a call.