I am rapidly becoming a seasoned expert in dealing with first time home buyers. I have been blessed to work with some great folks over the last few months. It seems since I am working so hard on my web presence I am attracting the younger crowd which is fine with me. Not to say I don't enjoy working with seasoned home buyers but the first time home buyers is challenging and rewarding. I would like to offer some general advice to the first time home buyer.
* If you are looking for real estate in Tupelo, MScall me. :) Just kidding. while I would love to work with you the most important thing you can do is find a Realtor who you can trust. Find one that fits your personality, that you feel comfortable with and that calls you back when you call.
* Take your time but when you find the right home move quickly. Homes can sale over night so when you find the right one for you make an offer immediately.
* While this is a buyers market don't think you are going to low ball the offer and get the home. In a market that is slow you can bet that the house is usually priced right.
* Listen to your Realtor. We are trained professionals with experience in the negotiation process. If we tell you that the offer is too low then usually it is too low.
*Listen to your Realtor but make sure your Realtor is listening to you. If you tell them that your top dollar is 140,000 and the insist on showing you 200,000 dollar houses it might be time to find a new agent.
*Get approved for your loan before you go out looking. When you find the home of your dreams you want to be able to move on it right away. If you are not approved you might not be able to move on it especially if it is on the weekend.
*Don't think any question is silly. Ask any question you want and if your Realtor doesn't take the question seriously it might be time to find a new Realtor.
*This one wil probably get me in trouble but I would suggest not calling the Realtor on the sign. I would explain it this way. If I were suing you, you would not hire my attorney to represent you.
If you are a first time home buyer and want information about the buying process feel free to email me any time.
Jeff Fulgham
T.U.P. Realty
2202 West Main
Tupelo, MS 38801
662-322-5674
http://www.tuprealty.com/
fulghamj@comcast.net
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