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Navigating the Home Search

Looking for a home? It’s not always easy to figure out what to look for, how to search, and ways to get the best deal. Here are a few tips for navigating the home search without losing your cool.

Navigating the Home Search

Get Expert Help 

One of the best ways to make the home search easy is to work with a real estate agent. These individuals have extensive knowledge about the home buying and selling process as well as access to home listings. They also have knowledge of home trends in your specific area. Realtors are paid on commission, typically 3% although that can vary by area and even the specific negotiated contract.

 

Determine Your Criteria

Before you start your home search, make a list of the features that you want as well as those that would be nice to have. These can include things like number of bedrooms and bathrooms, accessibility features, yard and outdoor space, or proximity to work, school, or recreation. It can be helpful to divide these into must-haves and nice-to-haves. If you are working with a real estate agent, this can also help guide their search.

You should also have a realistic idea of your budget. Many buyers work with a lender to get preapproved or prequalified. Not only does this show sellers that you have already done your homework, it can also make the approval process much smoother.

 

Be Patient

The home search and buying process can take a while, especially if you are in a competitive market. Remember to be patient and keep your criteria in mind. It can be tempting to settle for a home that is not ideal for you if you keep running into obstacles during your search. While it helps to keep an open mind when it comes to some things, stick to your must-haves during your search.

Author Bio: Greg Sandler
Greg Sandler is a distinguished leader and strategist in the mortgage and real estate investment industry. With over two decades of experience, Greg has honed his expertise in guiding his clients to build wealth through real estate.

Greg Sandler has direct and first-hand experience as co-founder and CEO of USA Investment Group Management Inc., focusing on growing real estate holdings and diversified asset portfolios. Under Greg's guidance, the company has executed hundreds of traditional real estate acquisitions and currently manages a substantial portfolio of rental units.

Greg also has a track record of driving multi-million-dollar revenues and leading high-performing teams to success in mortgage loan originations, achieving the prestigious "Top 1% Originator" status in consecutive years. Currently steering the helm as the President at USALending.AI in Keller, TX, Greg has revitalized this division of a mortgage bank, significantly expanding the company's scale.

Prior to this, Greg's role as Senior Vice President at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp in Rocklin, CA, was marked by his pivotal contribution in establishing the company's presence in northern California and northern Nevada. Under Greg's leadership, his team of nearly 110 dedicated mortgage professionals originated and funded approximately $800 million in residential mortgages annually.

Greg's professional journey is marked by his exceptional skills in negotiation, sales leadership, financial analysis, and P&L management. His ability to strategize, coupled with his in-depth knowledge of the mortgage and real estate sectors, makes him a visionary leader and a respected figure in the industry.

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