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Prove to Sellers You're Serious: Be Pre-Qualified!
If you are thinking of buying a home now or in the next few months you have to read this blog post written by a mortgage provider. What he says is so true and it will help you to be successful in this hot home market.
 
 
Prove to Sellers You're Serious:  Be Pre-Qualified!
 
Be Pre-Qualified for your Mortgage before you go and view homes!
There, I've said it.  First thing.  Right out of the box.  So it can't be missed.
I place that advice right at the top of this post in bright colors so it's not overlooked.  And because it's such a very important message, especially for buyers hoping to purchase a home in a highly competitive housing market.  
Right now, homes for Sale are receiving lots of attention.  The shortage of homes currently for sale in most housing markets dictates that.  
This means that Buyers must be decisive and ready to act when they find "the home" they want.  They must have already talked to their Mortgage Lender and been Pre-Qualified for their financing PRIOR to the viewing of that home.  
Why?
Ever hear the sayings, "Time is of the essence"?  Or "You snooze, you lose"?  Both are truer now than ever before when referring ... more

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