Becoming a homeowner is a big step. One of the first things you should do before purchasing real estate is to ensure that your career is secure. There's nothing worse than getting a mortgage only to find out that your company has a round of layoffs coming down the pike. Check your employment situation before taking out a mortgage. Think Before You Buy Choosing a House to Call a Home Better … [Read more...]
David Dion at Solutions Real Estate: Should You Consider Buying a New Home?
Local real estate company owner David Dion does a nice job summarizing some of the things to think about when buying a short sale or foreclosure here in Arizona. David Dion: A Few Simple Things You May Want To Consider One particular note for people who are considering buying a new home was particularly insightful - you might be surprised at how competitive the new home builders are. "A lot … [Read more...]
Buying A Home In Arizona: What Can You Afford?
Throughout Arizona, the current market cycle is "buyer friendly" -- meaning that there are more sellers than there are buyers. This is great news if you are in the market for a home! Many first time homebuyers are unsure of "exactly how much home they can afford". There are few things as frustrating as finding a home that’s just perfect, only to find out you can’t afford it. How do you … [Read more...]