Finding Your Dream Home

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A house is not a dream home because of its size or color. It’s about how you feel when you walk through the front door – how you can instantly see yourself living in it. Home truly is a FEELING. Let me help you find the perfect one!

 

Owning your own home is one of the most rewarding experiences. So, how much do you know about buying a home? Many aspects of the home-buying process require explanation, and the more you know, the better position you will be in when it’s time to sign papers. Luckily you have found my website, and I hope you have heard that I can provide guidance, information, and assistance that only a qualified real estate professional can provide. Because I stay on top of all the latest real estate laws and regulations, you can rest assured that you always get the expert advice and service you deserve. I am not in the mortgage business, but I have partnered with several highly professional and reputable mortgage brokers that can help pair you with the best financing options that meet your specific needs. 

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Here are some things to remember before and during your search:

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#1 - Establish your purchasing power.

Meet with a lender who will help you determine which type of financing will work best for you and how much you qualify for with each type. This process is normally a 48-hour turnaround but is longer than in some rare cases. I require all buyers to obtain a pre-qualification before looking at homes. Why? Because there is nothing worse than finding your dream home and losing it because selling agents require pre-qualification or pre-approval even to consider your offer. It also can put you in a much stronger negotiating position because it shows the seller that you are a committed buyer, financially capable of buying the property, and more likely to close on it for clients looking to invest cash into properties, not a problem. We will need to work on a letter from your bank that covers the amount you want to purchase. Cash is great leverage, but special care must ensure you are poised to get the best deal and not overpay for a home or property. 

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#2 - Commit to Work with a Buyer’s Agent

I am a BUYERS AGENT looking after your best interests and working with your schedule.

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#3 - Online Searching

START LOOKING, and online is where it's at! Nearly every home on the market is listed somewhere on the Internet because real estate agents know most people turn to the web first when looking for a new home. Meet the new curb appeal...online listings! Start looking on HAR.com, Trulia.com, Realtor.com, and Zillow.com for homes that fit your particular criteria. If you email me at kimberly@kimberlysprintz.com, I will send you a full list of current homes matching the criteria you would like and the areas of your choice. 

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#4- Location, Location, Location

Narrow your search before you start touring every house. Decide what neighborhoods work best for you and your family. Check out school districts, shopping and dining, public transportation, recreational areas, and crime statistics. I always recommend driving through the area and finding neighborhoods first. Why? Because if you like what the neighborhood feels like, seeing how crowded it is, how many children, etc., it will make the process easier knowing that you like where the home is located. Remember, you are buying the neighborhood as much as the home; make sure you like what is there.

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#5- List Your Priorities and Prepare to Compromise

Make a list of the features you are looking for in a house and rate them on a scale of one to five, with five being a feature you can’t live without. Then, bring your list as you tour homes to keep score.

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#6- Pick Your TOP 10

I prefer to show my buyers no more than seven homes daily (except for relocation clients and those in urgent need with only one day to look). Why? Because you will get them confused and forget things about them if I cram homes in your day. Take that time to look at the homes and take notes. It's easier to narrow them down the next day after seeing the other 5. Put the list each day of your favorites FIRST, then work down the list. 

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With this checklist and the right market conditions, you are on the road to home happiness. Contact me for additional information on the opportunities in today’s market or expert representation. I look forward to helping you achieve success with this major milestone in your life.

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Buying a home? I am here to help you price it right – get a comparative market analysis today BEFORE you make an offer. Working with a NEW HOME BUILDER? That means a professional looking out for you is even more important. Don't go it alone; I will help you through the process. 

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