10 Tips Before Purchasing a Home



10 Tips Before Purchasing a Home




  • Think long-term and think re-sale

  • Look at ALL the expenses when you are budgeting for the house




  • Be sure to read your contract before you sign it



  •  Make a list of items to check



  • Ask for the homeowners association contract before you make a decision



  • Research grants and other sources of funding




  • Learn about the neighborhood demographics


  • If you like the view, buy it!


  • Look beyond the staging



  • All the old advice about buying your first home is true








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