First Time Home Buyer Advice - Yogi Berra Style

Before I share my first time home buyer advice with you, picture yourself waking up each morning in the home of your dreams. From front door to backyard, you've created a space belonging only to you!

Yogi Berra Gives First Time Home Buyer Advice

If you've never purchased a home before, how do you know where to begin? As Yogi Berra, America's beloved baseball icon once said,

"If you don't know where you're going, you'll end up somewhere else."

So as you are reading the rest of this page, imagine yourself living in your very own home.

Reduce The Fear By Taking The First Step

Let's take the first step today in a journey to your intended destination. I believe home buying should be fun and exciting. So why not work with a compatible Realtor since you'll likely be in contact on a daily basis for several months.

By learning how to choose a real estate agent, the hero of every home buyer's transaction, you'll find the adventure of buying a house becomes a lot less scary. And you won't end up somewhere else!

First Time Home Buyer Advice For Choosing A Real Estate Agent

As you interview Realtors, look for an individual who listens to your home buying concerns and directly addresses questions. This is an indication that your best interests are being kept in mind.

It is also important to pay attention to how you feel when speaking with real estate agents. Which professional is passionate about home buying? Who puts you at ease?

I Don't Know But I'll Find Out

High on my list as I interview real estate agents is watching for individuals who admit they are unsure of an answer to my question. No matter how experienced, no one has all the answers.

So when I ask a question and hear the words "I don't know" followed with "but I will find out", I feel refreshed. Possessing every answer is not what I care about. That is why I rarely make a decision based on age or even experience. A real estate agent with enough enthusiasm and energy to do that little bit extra is who I pick.

First Time Home Buyer Advice - Play Ball!

The important thing is, not only do you know where you're going, you are ready to hit the ball out of the park! If you need more help choosing a real estate agent, write me at Ask Kate. I answer my mail!

Valuable First Time Home Buyer Advice - Meet Your Dream Team

How To Buy A House - Part 1 Meet your real estate agent

How To Buy A House - Part 2 Meet your mortgage lender

How To Get A Mortgage - Part 3 Meet your home inspector

How To Get A Mortgage - Part 4 Meet your real estate appraiser

How To Get A Mortgage - Part 5 Meet your title insurance companies

How To Get A Mortgage - Part 6 Meet your homeowners insurance agent

How To Get A Mortgage - Part 7 Meet your escrow and HUD 1 statement

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