Category Archives: Home Buying Tips

First-Time Homebuyer Biggest Mistake #5: Not Buying Owner’s Title Insurance

For most of us, buying a home is the largest investment we will ever make in our lives. We will spend hundreds, even thousands, of dollars each year to protect our home from fire and other disasters, but many people are reluctant to pay a small one-time fee to protect the most valuable part of…

First-Time Homebuyer Biggest Mistake #4: Not Having A Home Inspection

This is another one that seems obvious, but I can’t tell you how many people still don’t hire a home inspector before buying a new home. A thorough home inspection will tell you if there are any hidden problems with the home’s electrical, plumbing, heating, etc. before you buy the home. If the inspection discovers…

First-Time Homebuyer Biggest Mistake #3: Not Using a Buyer’s Agent

You should always, always use an experienced buyer’s real estate agent when purchasing a new home. Many people believe that they can simply rely on the listing agent and not hire their own buyer’s agent. Big mistake! Remember, the listing agent works for the Seller, not you. Even if the listing agent is completely honest…

5 Biggest Mistakes Made by First-Time Homebuyers … and How to Avoid Them

So, you’re ready to take the plunge and buy your first home? Congratulations! Home ownership can be one of the best and most satisfying decisions you will ever make. It could also be the worst and most costly decision if you make one of these common first-time homebuyer mistakes. As real estate professionals, we often…

Eight Steps to Buying Your New Home

Home Buying Tips from Bob Woloss, Realtor: 1. Decide to buy. Although there are many good reasons for you to buy a home, wealth building ranks among the top of the list. We call home ownership the best “accidental investment” most people ever make. But, we believe when it is done right, home ownership becomes…