Whether it’s your first or second home buying experience, financing should always be a major consideration. Buying a home is one of the most costly things, hence the need to get the best deal. House negotiations determine whether you pay thousands of dollars more or less on the real estate property. If you don’t get a reasonable deal, it might be difficult to find a financier who is willing to sponsor you.

Below are some tips to guide you through the negotiation process.

Understand the Market Trends

The biggest mistake you can make is starting your negotiations on the wrong foot. If you don’t have any knowledge about the average prices of the kind of house you want, it will be difficult to get a reasonable deal. You need to do prior…

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So you've found a house that you love, you've made an offer on it, and now you're in the closing phase of the purchase. Now what? 

You're in the final stretch, but you can't let your guard down yet. Here's the ultimate guide to buying your dream home just in time for the new year.

1. Home Inspection, Appraisal, Financing

The first thing you want to check off your list before closing is taking care of all contingencies. The most common that you will face are:

  • Home inspection
  • Appraisal
  • Mortgage approval timeline

The home inspection allows you to have the place professionally inspected before you purchase the home. An appraisal compares the market value of the home to your bid for fairness. The timeline allows you to back…

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