Taking the FIRST Step can be Hard!

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Real Estate Agent with Boardman Realty Minnesota License#90858

 

First Home by Teri Eckholm REALTOR

Taking a first step is hard. No matter what you are attempting: Learning to ride a bike; Learning to swim; Learning to drive a car; Learning a foreign language. Even setting up an extensive vacation can be a challenge with hotel reservations, airline tickets, passports, car rentals etc. A while back, I had a REALTOR® friend ask me how to blog. I gave her quick rundown on how to get going fast, but her response gave me pause. Where can I take a class? Is there  a book? Last I heard, she was heading to the library and months later, still no blog.  


Taking a First Step IS Hard--but doesn't have to be...


First time home buyers often feel this way too and it’s usually because they don’t know where to start. Many folks have only one experience with buying a big ticket item…a new car. And we all can remember how much “FUN” that experience was!  Buying a home should be easier!  Because when you purchase a house you have your own REALTOR® in your corner working for YOU! That used car salesman was working for his manager in the back office; the one who had to approve your offer. On a home purchase, I am with my client negotiating the counter offer.  What a vastly different experience than buying a car and the salesman leaves you alone in a cubicle with a cold cup How to buy a house by Teri Eckholm REALTORof coffee waiting for an answer. 


First time home buyers who want to learn more about the process generally start by scouring the internet for answers. There is a load of information out there…but is it GOOD information? How does it relate to buying a Minnesota home? Will the programs outlined on the website visited work if you want to buy a home in Washington County, Anoka County or is it only for a specific area or state?


Often I am asked by friends and relatives where potential home buyers can take a class to learn more about buying a home. Most people need a class that will fit their schedule and get them out searching for their dream home very quickly.

Well, I will let you in on a little secret. First time home buyers do not need to sit in a class to learn to buy a house. There isn’t a class requirement to write a purchase agreement.

 

It's EASY

 

If you want to learn the process, contact me. I can walk you through the process and put you on a fast track to purchasing your first home. This will enable you to take advantage of the extremely low interest rates that are available this fall too. As an experienced and professional REALTOR® with hundreds of extremely happy clients, I can educate you quickly on the process of buying your first home and at NO out of pocket cost to you!

Ready to take the FIRST Step? Request your**FREE** HOME BUYER SUCCESS PACKAGE. As soon as I receive your information, I email your guide to download.  Plus if you have any additional or immediate questions, feel free to call me.  I’m happy to help!

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Teri Eckholm. REALTOR with Boardman Realty, is a native Minnesotan who has lived and worked in the Minneapolis St Paul metro all of her life. She specializes in lakeshore homes, acreage properties and first time home buyers but assists anyone making a move in the north and east Twin Cities metro.

If you are buying, selling or relocating to Minnesota and need help from a professional REALTOR®, give Teri , a call or visit her website for a FREE Home Buyer Success Guide or FREE Home Value Report She specialize in acreage and lakeshore properties in the north and east Twin Cities metro area including Ham Lake, Lino Lakes and all communities in the Forest Lake School District! Serving Anoka, Chisago, Ramsey and Washington Counties in Minnesota.

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Comments (8)

Connie Goodrich
Keller Williams Realty - McKinney, TX
CRS ABR (McKinney Realtor)Texas

Excellent post to encourage buyers to make the move and just roll up your sleeves - Do it!  Good luck with your buyers and locating that special home.

Oct 08, 2015 06:40 AM
Teri Eckholm
Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN
REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

Connie--Thanks! My buyers, first time or repeat, are always a priority and we do find each a special place to call home.

Oct 08, 2015 06:45 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Teri you are my go-to expert in the twin cities!  First time buyers (or any buyers for that matter) would be very wise to call you first.  I know you're about excellence and serving your clients wants and needs.

Oct 08, 2015 08:27 AM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

One key stroke at a time.  That's how she should get started.  I love first time buyers  I hate when they have read 1001 quetions to ask your realtor and Buying a house for dummies.

Oct 08, 2015 10:17 AM
Teri Eckholm
Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN
REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

Anna--Thanks! I work very hard to give all my clients excellent service.

 

Oct 08, 2015 10:30 AM
Teri Eckholm
Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN
REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

Tammy--Yes one key stroke at a time for blogging...and calling a good realtor when buying. That is the way to get started...not by reading a book. So many things change from the time it was written. Real estate and social media are constantly changing.

Oct 08, 2015 10:32 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Teri, the first step is indeed the hardest! You are an excellent guide for a first time home buyer! Enjoy your day!

Oct 08, 2015 09:25 PM
Teri Eckholm
Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN
REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

Wayne--Thank you! Hope you have a great day too!

Oct 09, 2015 08:00 AM

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