preapproval: Del Ray Home Buying Tips - 02/16/17 07:43 AM
Welcome to the Del Ray home buying market in Alexandria VA! This is an exciting time to be purchasing a home, with an array of new homes coming onto the market these is some excellent value to be found. All it takes is a little time and effort in looking and you can find your dream home for a dream price. But you should always be a smart buyer. There are those out there that will take advantage of someone who is eager to buy so, if you do your homework; the deals will follow.
If you’re looking to buy in Del … (1 comments)

preapproval: Basics Of Home Buying in Arlington VA - 01/26/17 07:01 AM
The most important investment you will ever make is probably the purchase of a home. Finding the right home in Arlington can be challenging but that’s why Nesbitt Realty is here.
Know Your PrioritiesOne of our jobs as agents it to help the client organize their thoughts.  We like our clients to actually sit down with pen and paper and work through what features are most important.
Location — Do you want to be a near Metro like Ballston or Court House? Do you want a particular school in Arlington County? Maybe you like a particular neighborhood like Shirlington or Aurora Heights? Size — Will a studio condo in Clarendon do?  … (4 comments)

preapproval: Why Pre-Approval Should Be Your First Step - 01/19/17 07:46 AM
This published Active Rain post, why pre-approval should be your first step is a pertinent Real Estate blog. Scroll down to see entire blog.

Why Pre-Approval Should Be Your First Step In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the amount of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about buying your dream home is to get pre-qualified or pre-approved for a mortgage before starting your search.
Even if you are in a market … (0 comments)

preapproval: Five Home Buying Steps - 01/12/17 07:52 AM
Review уоur сrеdіt – If уоu need tо аррlу for a mоrtgаgе tо purchase a hоuѕе, thеn make ѕurе to rеvіеw уоur credit аnd сhесk іf your сrеdіt ѕсоrе is gооd еnоugh tо get уоu аррrоvеd fоr the lоаn. Sometimes, уоu mау get thе mortgage еvеn wіth a bаd credit ѕсоrе but nоt аt suitable tеrmѕ. Fоr instance, уоu mау bе rеԛuіrеd tо рау hіghеr іntеrеѕt rate fоr the lоаn that уоu gеt аррrоvеd for. So, іf rеԛuіrеd іt іѕ аdvіѕаblе tо rаіѕе уоur сrеdіt ѕсоrе before jumріng іntо the рrосеѕѕ оf hоmе buying. Mаkе a сlеаr fіnаnсіаl рlаn – Obtаіnіng … (5 comments)

preapproval: What can I expect from my real estate agent? - 09/15/16 04:22 AM
When listing a condo in Alexandria, VA what can I expect my real estate agent to do to help me in the sale?
Your agent can help you:
Prepare the property for sale. Help you determine its fair market value. List your property to help you reach buyers quickly and competitively. Assist in price negotiations with buyers. Help complete your sales agreement and close the sale. As a buyer you can expect many of the same services, tailored to your needs finding a condo, these include:
Deciding on the benefits of renting vs. owning Preapproval for your mortgage Selecting the right location Finding and … (1 comments)

preapproval: On pre-approval, before home shopping - 11/16/15 12:26 AM
Obtaining pre-approval from a bank is a daunting process.  It is time consuming both due to the delay and because of the amount of paperwork required to satisfy a lender of your credit status.
It is, without a doubt, the most pressing matter before beginning your home search.  Proceeding without this step can lead to angst and lost time, energy and opportunities.  Without pre-approval you’ll be facing the following pitfalls very quickly:
Offers will be rejected in favor of lower offers by pre-approved buyers. Delays can result as you await approval by your bank. Too late you may find the home you … (2 comments)

preapproval: Simple Steps to Buy a Home - 09/28/15 05:43 AM
I’m going to buy a home, what’s the process?
Go to your bank or lending institution to obtain pre-approval.  As part of this you will discover what amount it is willing to lend.  This is important both to know your budget and to ensure that your offers are accepted.  Failure to pre-approve can ruin your chances for success later. Sit down with a Realtor to see what’s available, what meets your needs, and to discover the hidden dangers in home buying. Once you have found a property you wish to buy you can proceed with an offer.  Your Realtor will provide … (0 comments)

preapproval: 10 Home Buying Tips Richmond VA - 05/21/14 03:34 AM

Ten home buying tips is an interesting article that offers insight on the home buying process. For more specific details about buying a home, continue reading below.
Making the decision to buy a new home is a life-altering event…in a good way. But the process can be daunting. Take the following advice from the Marcus Rice Team  into consideration before heading out on your home-buying journey.
Don't buy if you can't stay put. Given today’s challenging marketplace, don’t buy a home unless you can commit to staying there for at least a few years. The days of flipping for profit are … (0 comments)

preapproval: The Ultimate List of Homebuyer Tips - 05/13/14 01:43 AM

The ultimate list of home buyer tips, is an interesting article that can help those seeking their next home. For more specific details about home buying tips, continue reading below.
Hello Everyone,
As you begin your home search, keep this checklist on you at all times. Experts in the industry and previous buyers have created a checklist that will guide you in the right direction and ensure that your purchase is successful. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I’ll be with you every step of the way, so please do not hesitate to ask me any questions. I look forward to … (0 comments)

preapproval: Do I need a pre-approval before shopping for a home? - 09/02/09 12:07 AM
From Ben Fornshell :
 
Obtaining pre-approval from a bank is a daunting process.  It is time consuming both due to the delay and because of the amount of paperwork required to satisfy a lender of your credit status. 
However, pre-approval is---without a doubt--- the most pressing matter before beginning your home search.  Proceeding without this step can lead to angst, lost time and energy, and opportunities.  Without pre-approval you'll be facing the following pitfalls very quickly:
Offers will be rejected in favor of lower offers by pre-approved buyers. Delays can result as you await approval by your bank. Too late … (5 comments)

 
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