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Looking to Buy a Home in 2018 and Don’t Know Where to Start? Here’s a Few Tips

Thursday, January 18, 2018   /   by Peter Clark

Looking to Buy a Home in 2018 and Don’t Know Where to Start? Here’s a Few Tips






Looking to Buy a Home in 2018 and Don't Know Where to Start? Here's a Few TipsAre you a renter that has become tired of paying someone else’s mortgage and not building any equity? Or a homeowner who has a growing family and is in need of more space? Whatever the case, if you are in the market for a new home there is no time like the present. Let’s explore a few tips that will help you to prepare for the home buying experience.


Tip #1: Prepare For A Busy Spring Season


First, it should be pretty obvious that you aren’t the only house hunter on the market. Other local individuals and families alike will be searching for a new house to call their own. As you may know, the spring is generally when the local real estate market starts to heat up. So, if you are looking to buy, you may want to address your needs earlier in the spring rather than later. The sooner you can get the paperwork signed, the less of a chance you end up in a bidding war.


Tip #2: Mortgage Rates May Be Trending Up


While this is in no way a prediction, there have been some indications that mortgage interest rates may be trending higher in 2018. If this does end up being the case, the cost of buying a home is going to be a little bit more. So if you can move quickly and get your mortgage pre-approved now, you may find that you end up with a better deal than those families who wait until the summer to make a move.


Tip #3: Prepare Your Finances And Credit In Advance


Finally, it’s a great best practice to ensure that your personal finances are prepared in advance. Your real estate agent will be able to assist you with which documentation you will need to have ready. You should also check in with one of the major credit reporting agencies. They will be able to advise you as to whether you have any issues with your credit rating or FICO score.


Buying a home is always an exciting experience – one which can be relatively stress-free if you are prepared. When you are ready to discuss financing your dream home, give our offices a call.


Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere - The Clark Group
Alex Clark
7504 SW Bridgeport Rd
Portland, OR 97224
503-810-3295

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