How-to's for the First-time Home Buyer: Getting a Loan and Staying Within Budget
If you're a first-time home buyer, a loan may already be on your to-do list. Here are a few helpful tips to help you through the process:
Look for a loan first, then a home
Know where you stand financially and the price range that you can afford. It's completely normal to feel excited about house hunting, but you’re working backwards (and possibly setting yourself up for disappointment) if you choose a home first, then try to figure out how to afford it.
Get pre-qualified for a loan
Buying a home is as much as a financial decision as it is an emotional one; prequalification can set your expectations and steer you towards the former instead of the latter.
Enlist professional help
Whether it's a real estate agent or a mortgage loan officer, a professional can provide objective advice and walk you through the entire process.
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