Are you a first time homebuyer? This blog is FOR YOU!
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So, you’re thinking about buying a house. Exciting!
On average, most people spend around 18 months mulling it over, 3 months looking at homes, and 3 months closing, moving in, and getting settled.
We know what you’re thinking. I’ve got almost two years! Why am I even reading this now?
Because most homebuyers don’t use that time wisely, and end up making all the same mistakes as someone trying to buy a house in a week.
Knowing what to expect will help you stay focused and calm throughout the whole process. So take some time to look at the overview below and the questions you’ll be asking yourself during each phase of the journey. You’ll see that there’s far more to it than “search online” and “move in”.
6 PHASES OF HOMEBUYING
Phase 1
Visualize Home Ownership
What kind of life am I trying to build, and how would buying a home fit into that life?
Average Timeframe: 18 months
Phase 2
Assess Your Buying Power
How much can I afford to maintain, over time, even as life circumstances ebb and flow?
Average Timeframe: 18 months
Phase 3
House Hunt In Earnest
Which neighborhood, house, and lifestyle best fit my true wants and needs?
Average Timeframe: 3 months
Phase 4
Make An Offer and Negotiate
How can I make the best possible offer to optimize both my chances and the deal itself?
Average Timeframe: Up to 1 month
Phase 5
Prepare for Closing
How can I ensure nothing threatens the purchase from going through?
Average Timeframe: Less than 1 month
Phase 6
Close and Move In
How can I eliminate stress and unnecessary expense as I move in and set up my new space?
Average Timeframe: Less than 1 month
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