Help For Buyers
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Buying real estate often represents the largest purchase and most
significant investment that you will make in your lifetime. If you're
like most people, the opportunity to purchase real estate will only
come up a handful of times. Yet the process of purchasing a home
is constantly changing and becoming more complex.
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Because prices on California's Central Coast are as much as
they are, it is very important to establish the maximum amount of
money you can comfortably afford. I suggest that you get in
touch with a real estate lender very early in the process. They
can review your financial picture and provide you with a prequalification
letter as well as options for financing to best fit your personal
situation. It's a good feeling knowing that you're looking at property
that you can actually afford to buy. I’ve included links and email addresses for the lenders that I have found to be conscientious and helpful, plus they normally have very competitive rates. Tell them that Steve sent you and you’ll receive exceptional service.
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Neighborhoods are extremely important. Remember the saying,
"Real Estate is about three things. Location, location, location".
Think about the kinds of things that would be important to you.
Schools, lot size, proximity to shopping, historical significance,
all of these can be important in choosing a neighborhood. It is
a good idea to drive around the various neighborhoods during different
times of day to get the feel of the various areas. I’m always happy to give you my opinion as well.
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Finally there's the property itself. Architectural style,
size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, yards, condition, age, floor
plan, all these affect the livability of a home. Once you've established
your price range and neighborhoods of interest, I can help you find
the property that fits your personal criteria among the hundreds
that currently exist on the market. You can also follow the market
yourself by signing up for the daily updates that will allow you
to keep up with the market just like the Realtors do.
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Remember that my services are free of charge for a buyer. I
can help you purchase any property, including those listed for sale by
other real estate brokers as well as for sale by owner.
My job is to help you understand the current real estate market as well
as the process involved in making a purchase. This will maximize your
benefit, both economically and personally. I receive a lot of satisfaction from staying on top of our dynamic real estate market and sharing that information and insights with you.
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