Where Do I Start?

Take advantage of working with a trusted Real Estate Agent who can walk you through the process of buying your first home. They can help you narrow your search down, take you on a private tour through the home, handle all the paperwork, and negotiate the best possible price for you.

There is also some work that might be beneficial for you to do as well. You can drive through a prospective neighborhood and get a feel for the area or see if there are any homes for sale in that area.

Read up and become more familiar with financing options available to you. When you feel your comfortable speaking to a lender, the next step should be getting pre-approved. I make it easy here for you to get started on the pre-approval process. I understand people lead busy lives, which is why I offer a quick quote option to help you get started.

Buying your first home and the mortgage process can be intimidating, but the search for your new home should be an exciting and fun experience.


Things to Consider When Looking For Your New Home

  • Location - Consider the safety of the neighborhood, your work commute, and the value of the surrounding homes.

  • Traffic - One thing to consider while looking is the traffic volume in the area. What route will you take to work and how long will your new commute be? If you are close to a highway or railroad tracks, will the noise be a factor?

  • Schools - A very important factor if you have kids or if you are planning on having kids. You will want to research the schools in the area to make sure they will get the education you want them to have.

  • Safety - Take a look at the crime level in the neighborhood. When you drive through, ask yourself if you would feel safe moving you and your family into the neighborhood. You can also contact the local police department or check online to find more information about the crime levels.

  • Local Property Values - What are other people paying for real estate taxes and what is the rate of home appreciation in the area? These are good questions to ask yourself when looking for your first home. Remember, the real estate taxes will be included in your monthly mortgage payment and used by your lender to determine the overall payment you can be approved for. If the home you find is a new construction home, you may fall into a greater rise in real estate taxes and traffic in the future.


Should I Use a Real Estate Agent?

A Real Estate Agent can make the difference in finding your perfect home. They will be there to help you through the entire process and answer every question that you have along the way. If you're an inexperienced first time home buyer, protect yourself and use an Agent that will work on your behalf.


Finding a Qualified Real Estate Agent

  • Most good agents are out in the field working. If you just walk in or call into an office, you are most likely to get the agent whose turn it is to take calls or people who walk in.

  • Ask for referrals from family and friends. If you know someone that has used an agent, ask them questions and find out if they would recommend them

  • If you are still unsuccessful finding an Agent you feel comfortable working with, I can recommend Agents I have worked with in the past that I know to be knowledgeable and professional.

Real Estate Agents are there to help you find your first home and answer any questions that you have along the way. If you are interested in getting some referrals for Real Estate Agents, contact me directly at (440) 339-3099 or fill out the contact form and I will get back to you as soon as possible.


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