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Missteps I have witnessed in this industry
Things happen when buying and selling Real Estate that even defy reason, and even with our best intentions to succeed in our endeavors, all we can do sometimes is learn what not to do next time.  In an effort to avoid making big mistakes in purchasing a home, there are two key words that I can offer – communication and planning.  Communication is critical to a better understanding, and that communication should involve everyone (including your spouse, and your agent, etc.).  Planning ahead by having a goal (homeownership) and saving money, gathering resources, asking questions, and keeping track of your progress by writing it all down helps you keep in focus – and ultimately brings you success!
 
An example of what not to do
 
One interesting experience I had a few years ago was helping a young married couple that recently moved here after the husband finished his career with the military. 
They were staying with family at the time, and had a baby daughter with another child on the way in the next few months.  These folks were motivated to get settled in their own home, they didn’t want to continue staying where they were.  I met them at an open ... more

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