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~~FOR BUYERS: SO YOU WANT TO BUY A HOME. NOW WHAT?
Step one in this article suggests that you begin the process by finding a great agent. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I wholeheartedly agree. Working with an ABR® ensures that you will have access to great information and be armed with an advocate in the home buying process. Let me know if I can answer any of your questions

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~~FOR BUYERS: WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN CONSIDERING AN OLDER HOME
 An older home certainly can have its benefits. It usually has a particular character and possibly a lower price. However, older homes may be lacking updates in certain areas that you haven’t realized. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I am familiar with the pros and cons of buying vintage homes. I can help you determine whether or not this type of home is right for you. I look forward to working with you!

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~~FOR BUYERS: WHAT TO DO WHEN COMPETING WITH ALL-CASH BUYERS
All-cash buyers may have scorned you in the past, and you may be left wondering how you can compete with the impossible. The good news is that it’s not impossible to defeat them. Just like with the purchase of any home, it’s very important to be pre-approved. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I can help you navigate this process. Please let me know if you have any questions!

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~~FOR BUYERS: DON’T LET DOWNSIZING GET YOU DOWN
Downsizing can be emotionally and physically wearing. But it can also be a great excuse to de-clutter some of the things that you may have been holding onto for years. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I can help you find your next home and help you take the steps needed to prepare yourself for the transition of moving into a smaller space. I look forward to working with you!

FOR BUYERS: HOW MUCH WILL OWNING A HOME COST?

You may think that your biggest expenses are in the past after you’ve purchased your new home. However, there are monthly expenses that you need to consider. The average American can spend $1,126 a month on utilities and insurance. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I can help you calculate those fees before you buy a home so that owning a home won’t break your budget. I look forward to working with you!

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FOR BUYERS: PROTECT YOURSELF FROM AN IMPULSE PURCHASE

You want a new home, and you have found one that you love. Beware of the instinct to impulse buy. A home is an investment, and you don’t want to get the keys and realize you’ve made a bad decision. Learn how to avoid this by working with an ABR®! As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I know how to help you pick a home that is right for you. Please let me know if you have any questions!

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FOR BUYERS: HOMEBUYING NOW MORE AFFORDABLE

This is the news that you’ve been waiting for, right? The sign that now is the time to buy! Low interest rates have made homes the most affordable since 2013. Part of this has to do with an increase in national wage. If you need assistance in looking for a home in the most affordable market, I can help. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I am well versed in market trends and can help you find your dream home that’s in your price point. 

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FOR BUYERS: TO BUY A CONDO OR NOT TO BUY A CONDO

When making an important decision, it’s in your best interest to weigh the pros and cons. Purchasing a condo should not be an impulse buy. If this is your first home, you need to be even more considerate. Buying is usually more economical in the long run, but is a condo for you? As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I can help you determine if this is the right decision for you. Let me know if you have any questions! I look forward to working with you. 

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~~FOR BUYERS: DON’T LET STUDENT DEBT SLOW YOU DOWN
If you have student debt, it’s understandable as to why you may be reluctant to consider buying a home. You may be thinking, shouldn’t I be renting until I am more financially secure? Believe it or not, the amount of a family’s student debt owed, does not significantly affect the likelihood of owning a home. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I can help you find a home in a budget where you feel comfortable. I look forward to working with you!