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| Anaheim - First-time home buyers tips |
Every
Anaheim homeowner has been a first-time buyer once in
their life, so you're not alone. But buying a home is one of the
largest purchases you'll make, so how do you know if you're ready
to take that next big step? These 10 home-buying tips can help
reduce the stress of buying your first home in Anaheim
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Renting vs. buying. If your job and family status are likely to
be stable for the next few years, or you're planning on remaining
in the same city, now may be a good time to consider buying. If
you think you may need to look for work outside the area or want
to have the flexibility to move on a whim, then put off homeownership
for a while.
- How's
your credit? Your credit standing will affect the terms of your
mortgage, so it's a good idea to try and strengthen your credit
rating before applying for a loan. You can help do this by paying
your bills on time, reducing your total debt load and avoiding
any unnecessary inquiries to your report.
- Pinch
those pennies. Besides having to save for a down payment, other
expenses such as closing costs, homeowners insurance, and more
often seem to come out of the woodwork when you're purchasing
a home. Most lenders will also want you to have a "reserve"—money
left in your savings account after you've covered all the costs.
Frugality now will payoff later when you're enjoying your new
abode.
- Tax
advantage. Mortgage interest and property taxes are generally
deductible. So, you may be making a larger monthly payment than
renting, but remember to take into consideration the amount you're
saving in taxes. See your tax advisor for details.
- Weigh
your options. Are there any financial programs that may help you
get into your first home sooner? Federal and state-backed loans
may make it easier to qualify for a loan by offering programs
with little or no money down.
- Where
do you stand? Pre-qualification or pre-approval of a loan will
not only help you know how much home you will qualify for, but
also will show owners you're serious about buying. Contact your
bank or mortgage broker for procedures on either of these options.
Just remember to limit the number of inquiries on your credit
report by only authorizing credit checks with the one or two lenders
you're serious about.
- Location,
location, location. Figure out what's essential to you, such as
school district reputation, crime rates, convenient shopping areas,
local parks or whether there are children in the neighborhood.
Rank these qualities in order of importance. Focus only on neighborhoods
that meet those criteria.
- Know
what you're getting into. Most offers made on a home sale include
a professional home inspection. Before you sign on the dotted
line, you should be confident about the condition of the home
and the expenses you may incur as a result of purchasing that
particular house.
- Knowledge
is power. Learn about the broker's role in your home buying process.
Brokers and real estate agents are key players in home buying
transactions and it pays to do a little research to make sure
you're getting the best representation available.
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Is a condominium the right choice for me? Depending on your tax
bracket, a condominium may be an affordable option for you. Although
the market for condominiums is unpredictable, it may be a good
way to get into the real estate market. But timing is everything.
Entering on a market upswing will help you gain equity for your
next home, while buying on a downswing could mean you'll be in
that home for a while
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