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5 Things You Probably Didn’t Realize You Need as a New Homeowner
You’re about to buy your first home; what an exciting time! You’re probably planning the design and furniture layout, maybe even made a few trips to TJ Maxx or Target. Decorating is one of the most fun parts about being a homeowner; you can design it however you want and nobody can tell you no. Before you get too carried away with all the fun things, I want to provide a list of a few items you shouldn’t forget before you move in. I bought my first home in 2015 (oh boy, it seems like it was just the other day). I had lots of help from family and friends,…
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What To Do During a Final Walkthrough
The final walkthrough is an important part of any home buying process. Let’s start by stating a final walkthrough is NOT a home inspection. It is however an opportunity for the buyer to see the house one last time before closing. It’s often done as close to the closing date as possible, preferably the day of. This gives the sellers as much time to get things packed and out of the house. Then the buyers are able to check the home and see if there is any new damage since the home inspection. Sometimes sellers don’t move out until the day of closing; rarely final walkthroughs can happen with the…
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First Time Home Buying Tips
Buying a house can seem like an overwhelming decision and many renters are hesitant to make the leap into homeownership. There are so many advantages to buying vs. renting. To start with, let’s discuss some of the pros and cons of buying. Pros: -building equity -tax benefits -freedom to renovate/decorate your home however you want -bring your animals 🙂 Cons: -maintenance fees -less flexibility in moving from place to place If you’ve decided that buying a home is the next step for you then take a few steps to get prepared! Tip One Save up for a down payment. Many people think you have to save up 20% to purchase…
