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April 14th, 2009 4:44 PM

Win in this Market as a Home Buyer

If you are wandering how to hit a homerun when buying a home in this housing market, follow theses hints and swing for the fence.

WHAT YOU NEED:

  • Steady income source.
  • Good credit. The higher credit scores get the best rates.
  • A down payment. FHA loans require 31/2 percent down, conventional loans require 5 percent down. There may be down payment assistance programs in your area.

WHAT TO DO:

  • Research the market. Use online tools and consult a Realtor®.
  • Be realistic about what you can afford. 
  • Get pre-qualified. Being pre-qualified can give you negotiating power when buying a home.
  • Educate yourself. Gain understating of your loan program. If you don't understand, ask the lender to explain until you do. Consult a Realtor® to better understand your local real estate market and the home buying process.
  • Understand insurance costs. 

  

Search Washington State Real Estate MLS Listings

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Real Estate Links:

Home Buyer $8000 Tax Credit

Down Payment Assistance Programs for Washington State Home Buyers

CLICK HERE TO SEE FREE HOMEBUYER'S RESOURCES

 

Further Real Estate advice is offered in the additional articles below. Educate yourself!

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Additional articles about Tacoma Real Estate to educate yourself. Enjoy!

Time to Get Off the Fence and Into a Home

Time to Buy a Tacoma Real Estate Home...or refinance?

Washington Real Estate on Sale...Just Got Cheaper!

 Is The Real Estate Market Tide Turning?

What are your waiting for? It's Time to Invest in Tacoma Real Estate 

Order you copy of "Now's The Time To Buy...Top 10 Reasons Why," Today!

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The Trey Affolter Team, Keller Williams Realty, always welcomes comments and is available to answer questions about Tacoma Real Estate and the surrounding cities within Pierce County Real Estate, South King County Real Estate, and North Thurston County Real Estate. 

 

253-222-6000

http://www.TreySellsHouses.com

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