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10 Things to Take the Trauma Out of Home buying
1. Find a real estate professional who's simpatico. Home buying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It's critical that the practitioner you choose is both skilled and a good fit with your personality.2. Remember, there's no "right" time to buy, any more than there's a right time to sell. If you find a home now, don't try to second-guess the interest rates or the housing market by waiting. Changes don't usually occur fast enough to make that much difference in price, and a good home won't stay on the market long.3. Don't ask for too many opinions. It's natural to want reassurance for such a big decision, but too many ideas will make it much harder to make a decision.4. Accept that no house is ever perfect. Focus in on the things that are most important to you and let the minor ones go.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 may lose you the home you love.6. Remember your home doesn't exist in a vacuum. Don't get so caught up in the physical aspects of ... more

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