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buyer: West Cleveland Suburbs ~ Home Buyer Tips ~ #8 - Take care of the little things, so they don't become BIG things - 07/20/09 05:17 PM

West Cleveland Suburbs ~ Home Buyer Tips ~ #8 - Take care of the little things, so they don't become BIG things





Home Buyer Tip #8 of the Top 10 Tips To Take the Stress Out of Homebuying:
 


8. Factor in maintenance and repair costs in your post-home buying budget. Even if you buy a new home, there will be costs. Don't leave yourself short and let your home deteriorate.
 
One of the first things I've noticed, with every house I've ever owned, is the amount of time I spend at … (0 comments)

buyer: West Cleveland Suburbs ~ Home Buyer Tips ~ #7 - Be a good little Scout....Be Prepared! - 07/19/09 08:21 AM
West Cleveland Suburbs ~ Home Buyer Tips ~ #7 - Be a good little Scout....Be Prepared!

Here's Home Buyer Tip #7 of the Top 10 Tips To Take the Stress Out of Homebuying:
7. Plan ahead. Don't wait until you've found a home and made an offer to get approved for a mortgage, investigate home insurance, and consider a schedule for moving. Presenting an offer contingent on a lot of unresolved issues will make your bid much less attractive to sellers.


I'm going to focus on the mortgage part of this tip. Getting homeowner's insurance and knowing your … (4 comments)

buyer: West Cleveland Suburbs ~ Home Buyer Tips ~ #5 - Negotiation can mean EVERYONE wins! - 07/17/09 08:00 AM
West Cleveland Suburbs ~ Home Buyer Tips ~ #5 - Negotiation can mean EVERYONE wins!
Time for Tip #5 of the Top 10 Tips To Take the Stress Out of Homebuying:
 
5. Don't try to be a killer negotiator. Negotiation is definitely a part of the real estate process, but trying to "win" by getting an extra-low price or by refusing to budge on your offer may cost you the home you love. Negotiation is give and take.

I've seen it happen on both sides. A buyer will lose the house they really want because they feel the sellers … (0 comments)

 
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