Let us share our house-buying knowledge with you!

Buying your first home is a little scary! There are so many ways you can make a mistake, and when you make a mistake buying a house, you’re stuck with it until you move. That’s why it’s essential to learn some tricks and tips to help you navigate buying your first home with confidence. Luckily for you, we’ve helped many families become homeowners and accumulated a lot of knowledge we can share with you!

PRMI’s house shopping tips
The first phase of becoming a homeowner is the shopping phase. This period is the most exciting, and it can last the longest. Here are a few tips we recommend you use during your shopping period.

• Get pre-qualified first. If we could shout this from the rooftops for every prospective home buyer to hear, we would. Getting pre-qualified is the easiest way to take the pressure off when buying a home. It will help you know your budget and make it easy to make an offer when you find the right house.
• Work with an experienced real estate agent. A professional real estate agent is so valuable during the shopping period. They can provide you with background knowledge on the house, location, and more. Trust us, the journey is much easier with the right real estate agent to help.
• Be positive! It’s easy to get discouraged when you’ve looked at many houses. But maintaining a positive attitude can help you be more patient during the process and avoid making a decision out of fear.
• Make a good impression. If you’re buying in a hot real estate market, you may have to attend several open houses. These events are designed to drum up offers and rack up the price of the home. But sellers are emotional about their homes, so a good first impression can go a long way to help you stand out from the other potential buyers. So remember, be memorable, positive, and kind to the owners!
• Explore alternative mortgage options. There are a lot of different loan products you can use to arrange the financing to buy your home. For example, you may qualify for a VA home loan as a current or former service member. These loans are an excellent tool for military members looking to buy a home. Ask your PRMI advisor about alternative loan options that may be the right fit for you when you go in for prequalification. They can help you find the perfect product for your needs.

These are just a few tips we’ve accumulated over the years as we’ve helped people during the house-shopping process. Your PRMI loan advisor has a wealth of knowledge to help you become a homeowner. So make a consultation today, and let’s empower you to start shopping for your new home!