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Step by Step First Time Buyer Guide to Buying a House in Houston
Buying a house can seem like a very complicated process — especially if you are a first-time home buyer. You probably have lots of questions about how the process and the details of buying a house. But if you know what to expect, it doesn’t have to be stressful or confusing. Our Step by Step First Time Homebuyer Guide to Buying a House in Houston is the ultimate comprehensive guide to everything you want to know about buying a house in Houston. This Guide is focused on providing answers to the most common questions we are asked by our first time home buyer clients. Ready to get started?
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1. Research the best time to sell in your area
Understanding the state of your local real estate market — including whether you’re in a buyers or sellers market — can help you identify the best time to sell. If you have flexibility in your timing, you might consider waiting for a sellers market.
2. Commit to a representation strategy
One of the first things you’ll need to decide is if you’re going to sell your house on your own (which is called “for sale by owner” or “FSBO”) or if you’re going to use a real estate agent.
3. Complete home improvements
Preparing to sell your home typically takes some work, whether that’s your own sweat equity or some professional improvements.
4. Price your home competitively
Preparing to sell your home typically takes some work, whether that’s your own sweat equity or some professional improvements. After all, you want buyers to fall in love with your home, like you did when you first bought it.
5. Stage your house to sell
Preparing your home to sell should also include arranging your furniture, organizing and decorating in a way that appeals to the widest range of potential buyers.
6. Market your listing effectively
Finding the right listing price for your home can be a challenge, but it’s one of the most important factors in a successful home sale. Homes that are accurately priced are more likely to sell in a timely manner.
7. Watch for closing hurdles
Preparing your home to sell should also include arranging your furniture, organizing and decorating in a way that appeals to the widest range of potential buyers.
8. Move out
Plan for moving costs: No matter where you’re moving, moving is expensive and time-consuming. Even a local move of less than 100 miles
9. Fulfill closing obligations
Once your home is ready for buyers, the next step is getting your listing in front of as many buyers as possible. Here are some tips for how to list a home for sale.
10. Fulfill closing obligations
If your home has been on the market for a while and isn’t selling as quickly as you had hoped, you may need to rewind and address some of the steps discussed above, such as making home improvements, setting a competitive price and marketing effectively.
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