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From Renter to Homeowner - A Realtor's Advice
So you’re thinking about buying your first home. A place to call — and make — your own.
 
It’s a big move, literally and figuratively. The journey isn’t always easy. It isn’t always intuitive. But when you get the keys to your new home — that, friend, can be one of the most rewarding feelings pretty much ever!
 
The key to getting there? Knowing the first time home buyer process. Knowing what tools are at your disposal. And most importantly? Creating relationships with experts who can help you get the job not only done, but done the right way.
 
You ready to live the dream? Here we go.
 
Pretend You are On HGTV
Cue your House Hunters narrator voice because we are diving right in. In the beginning of almost every episode after the introductions, the couple meets with a real estate agent.
 
They discuss what they need to have and what would be nice to have in their home. (Insert tv discussions about open concepts and granite counter tops here.)
 
Start Shopping
Once you know what you’re looking for, the next step is to start looking at listings and housing information online. (This part? You’re going to crush it. You found us online, didn’t you?)
Hopefully, by this point ... more

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