Buying your Arlington Dream Home in 2010: Are you Ready?
If owning your own home is on your 2010 ‘to do list’ then here’s how to make sure it happens.
Even you are months away from writing an offer, there are significant things you can do right now to get your “house-buying ducks” in order. My past clients will all testify that these steps done early save you stress, money, and other problems!
- Getting pre-approved for a loan early in the process
- Chosing a Buyers Agent who understands you and will protect your interests as you buy your home
- Getting explicit about your Dream Home Criteria — (Fill Out the Dream Home Criteria Worksheet)
- Attending a First Time Home Buyer Seminar
- Finishing up “old business” that may be holding you back~ like selling a house, saving for down payment, improving credit score
- Learning the inventory ~ whether through MLS (Multiple Listing Service) or open houses or private appointments.
I can’t emphasize enough how much less stressful buying a home will be if you follow these preliminary steps! Read the first success story here of a couple who took the right steps from the beginning, and who now live in an adorable home they love.
As the new year approaches I wish you peace, prosperity and good health. And if your Dream Home is in your future, now is a great time to plan and prepare for it so you can spend NEXT HOLIDAY SEASON in your new home, whether in Arlington or a surrounding area!
Be safe, and let’s make 2010 your year!
.