The AIDS Ride Series Features. . . Your. . . If you are a first time buyer, please consult with an experienced real estate agent before you just wander through open houses, or even pick up the phone. Ask your friends and family, your attorney, even your hair dresser for referrals. Many top agents have successful referral circles that bring business to them through satisfied buyers and sellers.
Happy people spread the word.
If you have been sitting out the market - renting, wondering if it is a good time to buy, this is a great opportunity. You are missing out on living in a house or condo you'd OWN, building your OWN equity, and getting a mortgage write off. Interest rates are the lowest they've been in years, which may enable you to buy more home than you thought you could ever afford. You and your spouse should sit down and each write a list of wants and needs for your new home. Then compare your lists.