Buying a home is not exactly as simple as one would think.  There are a lot of things involved in the process and it can seem a little daunting if you are not informed and prepared.  To help homebuyers plan and prepare before jumping into the real estate market, I have gathered some links to useful information that is sure to help simplify the process.  Simply click here for more information for homebuyers. 

Whether this is your first home purchase or if you are an experienced buyer, it would be a good idea to review these tips before buying your next home.  You will find valuable information about the benefits of home ownership, what things you should avoid doing in the months before you apply for a loan and how the business cycle affects you home purchase.  In addition, there is information about which things can influence your offer price, which inspections you should require, interest rates, closing costs and how to formulate your offer.  Click here for tips and advice for homebuyers.

Many real estate markets across the country are favoring buyers as of May 2007, some quite heavily.  Even though it can be a great time to buy a home, being informed can make the difference between getting a good deal and a great deal.  An experienced local area real estate agent with extensive knowledge of local real estate markets can provide buyers representation and help ensure that you get the best deal.

I have been providing real estate services in the Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Newport News, Hampton, Virginia Beach, Isle of Wight and Yorktown areas of Virginia for as long as I can remember and I can help you make sure that you get the most home value for you dollar.  Please browse my featured listings or contact me for more information about the local real estate markets here.

And remember, if you are thinki9ng of buying or selling real estate in and around Hampton Roads, please check my featured properties listings or contact me for more information.

Benefits of Owning Your Own Home

The Best Investment Income Tax Savings Stable Monthly Housing Costs Forced Savings Freedom and Individuality More Space

Important Things To Avoid Before Buying a Home

Don't Move Money Around The Effect of Changing Jobs No Major Purchases of Any Kind

Don't Buy a Car - or Did You Already Buy One?

When Income Grows and You Want to Buy "Stuff" Debt-to-Income Ratios and Car Payments How Buying a Car Reduces Your Purchase Price

The Business Cycle and Buying a Home

Recession and Expansion Supply and Demand Should You Try to "Time the Market"?

Comparable Sales and Your Offer Price

Determining Your Offer Price Comparable Sales in the Public Record Comparable Sales in the Multiple Listing Service Comparable Sales - Pending Transactions Other Factors Influencing Your Offer Price

Major Factors Influencing your Offer Price

How Property Condition Affects Your Offer How Home Improvements Affect Your Offer How Market Conditions Affect Your Offer How Seller Motivation Affects Your Offer The Final Decision on Your Offer Price

Offering to Purchase Real Estate- the Basics

Introduction and Overview Contingencies in a Purchase Offer Earnest Money Deposit The Closing Date Transfer of Possession

Writing an Offer - Safeguards Regarding the Property

Disclosures From the Seller Condition of the Property Upon Transfer Inspections You Should Require Final Walk-Through Inspection

How Financing Details Affect Your Offer

Down Payment Interest Rates Closing Costs and Financing Incentives Seller Financing Cash Offers Other Financing Details in Your Offer

How FHA and VA Financing Affects Your Offer

Extra Costs for the Seller VA and FHA Appraisals

Selecting Service Providers

You and the Seller Must Agree Escrow and Settlement Title Insurance Termite and Pest Inspection

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