home search: The Home Buying Process - 14 Steps to buying a home - 03/03/13 06:28 AM
 
~   The home buying process   ~
14 Steps to buying a home
 
1.         Choose a lender and get preapproved
2.         Choose a real estate agent
3.         Select properties
4.         View properties
5.         Write an offer to purchase
6.         Negotiate terms
7.         Accepted offer – now what
8.         Inspection
9.         Appraisal
10.          Financing
11.         Title search
12.         Arranging closing
13.          The closing
14.           Move in day
 
      There are 14 steps to the home buying process.  Understanding the basis of these steps helps lead to a smoother transaction and less stressful home buying experience. 
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home search: Helpful tips for home buyers - 03/11/08 05:43 PM
The home buying process can be confusing and a little scary for first time home buyers.  They generally seem to have a lot of questions but are a little hesitant to ask.  It is my hope that this article will help answer some of those questions and make the home buying process less stressful.
•·         Get pre-approved - The first thing you need to know is your price range.  I'm not talking about how much you are approved for, I'm talking about how much of a house payment you want to be making.  Don't forget to include taxes and utilities.  Remember to … (0 comments)