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Originally Posted by Zaku
Finally the end of the week, now my weekend is full of apartment and house hunting sigh, ya know i dunno if car buying or house buying is worst in the bad part obviously. They just don't make houses where every door opens to the garage  |
Well, first off, I suggest you get a "preapproval letter" from a lender. That will tell you what you are qualified to buy. Then, estimate the principle, interest, taxes and insurance on a house that you would qualify for, then factor in a down payment.
Now, you should be able to figure out whether you want (are able to) rent or buy.
If you decide to buy, go to a reputable real estate office in the geographic area you are interested in and ask to meet with the managing broker.
Ask the managing broker to assign an experienced real estate agent to you.
Sit down with the assigned agent, show him/her your pre approval letter and explain in detail what the type of house you are looking for and your timing.
The agent will be able to show you properties in your desired location and in your price range.
Pick one, make an off, counter if necessary ....... if your offer/counter is accepted ....... allow the real estate agent to make the rest happen. Oh, yes, ALWAYS have a home inspection!
See how easy that can be.......
humfrz - retired real estate broker and a bunch of other lives.