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March 4th, 2010

5 Home Buyer Mistakes That Could Cost You a Bundle – Day 5

Categories: Buyers

Expect that you will get everything on your “wish list”
One of the biggest mistakes people make is expecting that homes will have everything that they have envisioned.  You may luck out and find that one “perfect home.”  But more often than not, you will find a few homes that are not quite perfect, but fit 90% of your criteria.  Before you start searching for homes, sit down with your agent and and creating a list of needs and a list of wants. Some common “must haves”  are the towns you’d want to live in, square footage, or school systems.

The second part of the list would be things you don’t necessarily need but want – a garage, an updated kitchen, or an extra room for an office. By setting the expectation that there probably is no such thing as the perfect house, you will recognize that house that gives you everything you need, and most of what you want, all within your budget.

If you have any questions, please contact The Mewborn Team.  We are always happy to help you refine your criteria or steer you in the right direction.

Tags: Buying Your First Home, First Time Buyers

Posted by Mike and Amy Mewborn//