When you’re buying a home for sale in DC Ranch, there are a few ways you can work smarter, not harder – and these five tips are designed for smart buyers who want to make the most of a home purchase.
4 Tips for Smart Homebuyers
Before you even start looking at homes for sale in DC Ranch, it pays off to find a Realtor® who understands the community and who will always look out for your best interests. Your agent will guide you through the entire process so you’re able to make the best – and most informed – decisions.
Then, following these five tips for smart homebuyers will carry you the rest of the way.
#1: Learn As Much As You Can
Buying a home is a lot like buying a car, a new phone or anything else. The more you know about the product and the process of buying it, the better off you’ll be. When you have questions, ask – a good Realtor will always want you to be more educated about what you’re getting into. Take some time to learn about the buying process, what’s included in a real estate contract, and what type of financing will be right for you.
#2: Look At Features You Can’t Change, Not Those You Can
When you’re looking at homes, it’s more important to pay attention to the features you can’t change (or those that will be hard to change), like elevation, layout, location and views. Things you can change, like paint colors, flooring styles and window coverings, aren’t as important – you can fix all that after you sign the dotted line.
#3: Recognize That You Might Need to Compromise
It’s tough to find a house that has everything you want, but you can find one that has everything you need. If something’s a deal-breaker on a home – like if it has three bedrooms instead of four – there’s not much you can do (except keep looking). But if the home doesn’t have a swimming pool and it’s otherwise perfect for your needs, think about filling in your “want list” later.
#4: Don’t Make Major Purchases for 6 Months Before You Buy
Your credit score determines the terms you’ll get on a mortgage, and you don’t want it to take a hit because you bought something big. Be extra-mindful of your credit score for at least six months before you apply for a mortgage, and pay down as much of your existing debt as you can to make sure your score is as high as possible. If you need to buy new appliances for your new home, wait until after you’ve signed the dotted line – even purchasing a new refrigerator can affect your ability to qualify for great rates, or worse, can cause the bank to have to rethink its decision.
Are You Looking for a Home for Sale in DC Ranch?
We’d love to help you find your dream home in DC Ranch. Call us at 480-360-0281 or get in touch with us online. We’ll help you explore condos and single-family homes that meet your needs so you can make the right decision for your future.
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Don Matheson
Realtor | Founder
The Matheson Team
RE/MAX Fine Properties
21000 N. Pima Rd., #100, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
866-613-8356
don@scottsdalerealestate.com
