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Enjoy a worry-free homebuying experience

by Joffre Navas 10/11/2023

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Ready to set sail into the homebuying market but not sure where to begin? Purchasing a home can feel scary as the market is constantly moving and is filled with legalities which can be hard to understand. 

However, preparing to purchase a home can ease some typical stressors of the homebuying experience. 

Boost your credit score

If you’re planning to apply for a mortgage loan, boosting your credit score can work greatly in your favor. Most mortgage lenders take your credit score into a great deal of consideration to see if you're financially credible for their loan. 

Most lenders ask for credit scores to be at least around 620; however, higher credit scores can increase the chances of being approved for a loan. It also opens the door to lower interest rates which can save you thousands of dollars by the time you pay off the loan. 

Prepare for expenses associated with homebuying

As you prepare to purchase your home, take into consideration costs outside the home price. These include:

  • Utilities.
  • Closing costs.
  • Price of home inspection.
  • Repairs. 
  • Emergency funds. 

Taking these additional costs into consideration can help when craftingyour homebuying budget. 

Hire a great real estate agent

Hiring a real estate agent with great credentials is priceless as they can help you find homes within your budget and help negotiate to get the home of your dreams at an affordable cost. 

They can also point you in the right direction to understanding contracts and legal pieces associated with purchasing a home. 

By making sure your finances are in good standing and teaming up with an experienced real estate professional, you can have a great homebuying experience.

About the Author
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Joffre Navas

Knowledge and Experience You Can Count On! For most families the decision to buy a home or sell their home is an exciting and complex adventure that involves a lot of preparation and work. It can also be very time-consuming and costly if you're not familiar with all aspects of buying or selling a home. I can provide you with the best information and resources to help make this experience an enjoyable one. One of my specialties is representing the best interests of St. Lucie County and Martin County FL areas.

My comprehensive, high-quality services can save you time and money, as well as making the experience more enjoyable and less stressful. I have lived in St Lucie County for almost two decades and with over 20 years of experience as a local market expert, I can help you make the most informed decision. Whether you're buying a starter home, your dream home,an investment property, or selling your largest financial asset, I know how to handle every aspect of the buying and selling process. I can strategically market and showcase your home to find you the best deal in this market.

My top priority is to provide you with comprehensive, high-quality service. So when you decide to buy or sell your home, please contact me and let's get started! The secret to the success of Keller Williams is in the quality of its people and the relationships that they have with the communities they serve. Customers appreciate the depth and expanse of local knowledge the company’s career-oriented agents work hard to maintain. The company focus has expanded to offer our clients a full spectrum of real estate related services.