What Makes Home Inspections So Important?

As a buyer, it is important to have a good idea of a property’s condition before settling down. Hiring a home inspector can help you learn about a home’s condition, history, and maintenance requirements.

Today I’m joined by a special guest, Eric Mayberry of Down Home Inspections. Eric has 16 years of experience in our area, so he’s going to go over a few reasons why home inspections are so crucial to the real estate process.

Hiring a home inspector will always put buyers in a better position. Inspectors can fill buyers in on everything they need to know about a home.

An inspector will be able to provide you with information about the history of the home and will also point out any things that need to be repaired.

Hiring a home inspector will always put buyers in a better position.

Additionally, an inspector can give you a better idea of how to maintain a home for years to come. Proper care is an important part of homeownership. Getting advice from a quality inspector is a great way to start off.

Home inspections are incredibly important, so if you’re thinking of purchasing a property don’t forget to give Down Home Inspections a call at (956) 893-0591.

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

How New Construction Homes Are Different

Purchasing a new construction home is a different process than moving into a retail home. For this reason, it’s important that you have help making the right decisions.

Purchasing a new construction home is a slightly different experience than purchasing a resale property. 

For that reason, there are a few things you need to be aware of before doing so.

First of all, don’t be afraid to bring a professional along. Most builders are willing to pay a buyer’s agent. 

Who you work with truly matters.

By doing this, you’ll be able to ensure that you’re making the right choices from the very beginning since we have the experience and connections to let you know when a builder is good, great, or not so much.

Making these kinds of choices is incredibly important. Any decisions you make regarding real estate will have an effect on your life for a long time to come. 

A home is the most expensive investment you’re likely to make in your life. You’ll want to make sure that, over time, it will increase in value.

The best way to ensure that this happens is by trusting the help of a professional to guide you throughout the process.

We would love to provide you with that help. Who you work with truly matters.

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Explaining the Minimum Requirements of Getting Pre-Approved

To get pre-approved, you need—at a minimum—the four twos. Let me explain what I mean.

Last week, our team had a free seminar for first-time homebuyers. We were there to educate buyers on the home buying process, and it was a huge success. One of the main questions of those in attendance was “What are the minimum requirements to get pre-approved?”

Getting pre-approved starts with the four twos.

The answer starts with the four twos. You need two check stubs, two monthly bank statements, two years of employment, and two years of income taxes. 

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing in real estate, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’d be happy to help you.

Hiring a Buyer’s Agent Costs Less Than You Think

A buyer’s agent is a smart hire. Where else would you be able to get a knowledgeable expert advisor for free?

What if we told you that you could hire somebody to protect your interests when buying a home, at no cost to you. When you hire a buyer’s agent, that’s what you get, as their fee is covered by the seller. 

The buyer’s agent fee is covered by the seller.

Our buyer’s agents specialize in working with buyers. They will provide undivided loyalty, confidentiality, and negotiation assistance. If you’re in a position to buy a home, they will help you every step of the way to make sure your experience is every bit as simple and enjoyable as it should be.

If you’re looking to buy, sell, invest, or start a career in real estate, we would love to hear from you. Give us a call or send us an email today.

3 Reasons Why You Should Get Pre-Approved Before Your Home Search

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Should you get pre-approved before you start viewing homes?

Our team works with a lot of buyers, and that’s one of the most common questions we get asked. We recommend that yes, you do get pre-approved. There are many reasons for this, but three stand out as the most important. 

The first reason is that we really want you to shop within your budget. A pre-approval gives you a clearer picture of your monthly budget. The second is that we don’t want you to be previewing homes, really like one, and then be disappointed you can't afford it. The third is that some sellers require that buyers have a pre-approval upon viewing a property.

Thank you for joining us once again. If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing in real estate, please contact us by phone or email for a free consultation. Hasta luego!