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This post is part of our women homebuyer series
You’re smart to think ahead. The best approach to buying a home with few financial surprises is to learn how homes are financed, find out how and where to get financial assistance, and understand all the costs involved in addition to the cost of the house. Mortgage pre-approval is an important first step in your financial preparation.
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This post is part of our women homebuyer series
Although women are more likely to own a home than they were three decades ago, they still face challenges during the homebuying process. That’s why it’s in your best interest to choose an experienced real estate agent who listens to and understands your needs.
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This post is part of our women homebuyer series
Having an established credit history plays an essential role in the home buying process. It’s never too soon to start building good credit. This is especially important for single women who tend to have lower credit scores that affect their buying power.
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So, after weeks, months, or maybe even years of dreaming, you’re finally ready to take the plunge and purchase your first home as a single woman. Congratulations on this critical first step. You’re on your way to joining millions of women homeowners across the country.
[Read more…] about A Woman’s Guide to First-Time Home OwnershipAs we look back on the housing market over the last year, we see just how in-demand the Philadelphia suburbs have become and continue to be. With residents spending so much time inside their homes, they have reprioritized what they are looking for when it comes to their next home. The majority of the workforce is still working from home either full-time, or in a hybrid capacity, meaning the home office, or space for a desk is still a high priority on the homebuyer’s list.
The housing market is always evolving, which is why it is so important to work with an expert when it comes to buying and selling your home. Over the last 18 months, we have seen home values skyrocket, buyer demand increase, and mortgage rates drop to historic lows. We understand that the real estate market as a whole is always changing, but also that it varies not just state to state, but even between cities. Every member of the Dee Greene Hill Team is an expert in their area and is monitoring the trends as they come along. With our extensive knowledge, we are able to steer our clients in the right direction based on the current state of the market at that time and in that area.
Here’s what every first-time home buyer needs to know to dive into house hunting with confidence—and with as few curveballs as possible. Whether it’s getting a mortgage, choosing a real estate agent, shopping for a home, or making a down payment, we lay out the must-knows of buying for the first time.
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When home shopping in the City of Brotherly Love you might want to consider a condo or townhouse. While either is a perfect starter home for first-time homeowners, small families, and single people, and both usually require owners to pay association fees, they also have a number of distinctions that you should keep in mind as you’re doing your research.
Read: Condo or Townhouse: What Is the Difference?
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