The 5 Worst Things You Can Do Before Buying a Home

Here is a good article about what buyers do pending the close of escrow.

Cynics may scoff, but getting under contract on the right home can turn even the most stoic shopper into a bit of a dreamer. From paint colors to planting a garden, picturing yourself in that property is critical for many buyers.

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1. Go Credit-Crazy

2. Shuffle Dollars and Cents

3. Get Behind on Bills

4. Co-Sign on a Loan

5. Changes in Employment