Here are some interesting points from the National Association of REALTORS. If you are getting ready to buy a home, give yourself every advantage in the deal. It's easy to forget the basics when you are busy with househunting, inspections and negotiations. And when your ready to start looking in Anacortes - go to www.goseagull.com!

Common First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes

1. They don't ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal.

2. They don't act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house.

3. They don't find the right agent who's willing to help them through the homebuying process.

4. They don't do enough to make their offer look appealing to a seller.

5. They don't think about resale before they buy. The average first-time buyer only stays in a home for four years.

Source: Real Estate Checklists and Systems

reprinted from National Association of REALTORS