Home Buyers: Ready, Set, Know!!!

As Spring Break and Easter near and I get ready to meet two new grandsons- twins Hatcher and King back in Maryland- I am ready for what spring brings. Renewal, family, getting outside more, greener shoots and grass. It is certainly a time for fresh starts. Boise area real estate agents gear up for our busiest time of the year with home sellers and buyers ready to make new beginnings, transitions and changes to better enhance their lives, reach personal & family goals.

Here is some advice from my friends at CNN Money with the top 10 things you need to know and/or consider when BUYING a home.
1."Don't buy if you can't stay put."
2. "Start by storing up your credit."
3. "Aim for a home you can really afford."
4. "If you can't put down the usual 20 percent, you may still qualify for a loan."
5. "Buy in a district with good schools."
6. " Get professional help. Even though the Internet gives buyers unprecedented access to home listings, most new buyers (and many more experienced ones) are better off using a professional agent. Look for an exclusive buyer agent, if possible, who will have your interests at heart and can help you with strategies during the bidding process."
7. "Choose carefully between points and rate."
8. "Before house hunting, get pre-approved."
9. "Do your homework before bidding. Your opening bid should be based on the sales trend of similar homes in the neighborhood. So before making it, consider sales of similar homes in the last three months. If homes have recently sold at 5 percent less than the asking price, you should make a bid that's about eight to 10 percent lower than what the seller is asking." A knowledgeable real estate agent will be your best adviser and ally on this point.
10. "Hire a home inspector."

Buying a new home is very exciting and fulfilling. Keep it that way by using the best agent possible who works hard for you and gets your deal closed with no loose ends.

I can help you find that agent anywhere in the United States, even if it's not me... Integrity and professionalism are what gives me my well-respected name and reputation in the real estate industry.
ID-BUY with Rick Bennett!
Bring Spring ON!

Rick Bennett
Your Best Boise Area Real Estate Pro
208-407-0523
rickbennett@id-buy.com
www.id-buyrealestate.com

Link to full CNN Money article here...