Some useful tips when purchasing your new home...
Buying a home can be a real headache. We realize that you don't have much time to decide on all the little things that make a home a dream home. So let us help you find the home that's right for you, and make your dream home real.

Decide To Buy.
Are you ready to buy a home? Ask yourself these questions:
  • What are my personal reasons: growing family, want to move closer to work or school?
  • How long do I plan to own this home?
  • Do I have enough cash for a down payment, closing and moving costs?
  • Can I afford to carry a monthly mortgage and still pay my bills?
  • Do I need the tax break?

Get Organized.
It pays to get organized. Put your finances in order, get pre-approved for a loan, and you'll know what you can afford to buy.
  • Credit data: Check your credit and correct any credit problems you may have before the lender gets your credit report.
  • Loan documents: Gather financial information the lender will request: Copy of the purchase contract, last two tax returns, pay stubs for the last 30 days, etc.
  • Real estate listings: Use Find A Home under the Buyers section to get New Jersey Real Estate Listing online.
  • Inspection reports: An examination of a home's exterior, foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical system, heating, kitchen, bathroom, roof and interior.
  • Insurance Information: Choose insurance wisely and cut your insurance costs.
  • Get Pre-Approved: Gives you an estimate of how much you can borrow and puts you in a better position to buy.
     
Protect Yourself.
When you're ready to write up an order of purchase, make sure you include a few contingencies, or conditions, in the contract that will allow you to cancel the sale and get your money back if something goes wrong.
  • A Financial Contingency: It cancels the sale if you are unable to get a loan after making a good-faith attempt to get one.
  • An Inspection Contingency: It cancels the sale if an inspector uncovers serious problems or you can't reach an agreement with the seller to make needed repairs.
  • A Title-Inspection Contingency: It puts the duty on the seller to provide clear title to the property in order for the sale to go through.
     
Resourceful Links for Homebuyers:
NAR offers links to articles, eBooks, websites, statistics, and more to provide a comprehensive overview of perspectives.  Check out the links below! Read more at:  https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/documents/nar-infographic-buyingahome_v5.pdf?_gl=1*ace3ya*_gcl_au*MTI2MTUyMzY5NS4xNjg2NjgwMjY5


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