Staying focused on the homebuying journey is a must, especially for those living in areas with a fast-paced market. Using a few key tips can help you stay on course and accomplish your homebuying dreams.
Craft a homebuying strategy
Creating a homebuying strategy, you outline the steps you'll most essential to the homebuying process. Plus, with a homebuying plan in place, you'll be better equipped than ever before to streamline your house search.
Use your strategy outline to highlight the location you’d prefer your home to be in, where to get financing if a mortgage loan is needed, house characteristics and more.
Get preapproved for home financing
Home financing often plays a huge role in a buyer's ability to acquire a residence. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage allows you to get a better understanding of the financing you’re working with to purchase a home.
You’ll need to provide personal information such as income and identification, so a lender can see if you meet requirements for pre-qualification.
Prior to pre-approval for a mortgage loan, consider checking out a variety of banks and credit unions. This allows you to learn about all of your mortgage options and select a mortgage best matching your financial needs.
Work with a real estate agent
Working with a real estate agent is one of the best ways to help you stay on track during the homebuying process. They can help you fine-tune your homebuying goals and map out the best plan to execute each task efficiently - Whether that be through narrowing down an MLS search or negotiating a great deal on a home.
Don't lose focus as you pursue your dream property. By securing financial information, creating a strategy and collaborating with a real estate agent, you can ease into the homebuying journey with clarity.
About the Author
Diana Hellman
Diana Hellman's passion for Larchmont inspires her more than 20 year real estate practice. As a certified buyer's representative, "The development of a solid and trusting relationship with my buyers and sellers is what I strive for." This success, primarily built on client referrals and repeat business, comes from her knowledge of what makes Larchmont unique: it's school system, recreational facilities, services and the special qualities that pervade this village's atmosphere. A former educator with a background in psychology, Diana knows that people don't want a sales pitch, but rather reliable, timely information. She and her husband have been residents of Larchmont for over 40 years. Her 3 children have attended the Mamaroneck Public Schools. She can give you expert advice with the sale or purchase of your home. Awards/Distinctions Multi-million dollar club- Westchester Board of Realtors International Diamond Society (8 million plus in sales), 5-Star agent in 2024. Gold Award- WBR (5-8 million dollars in sales) Silver Award – WBR (3-5 million dollars in sales) Memberships National Association of Realtors New York State Association of Realtors Westchester Board of Realtors Westchester Multiple Listing Service Community Former executive board member of the Central School Former selection school delegate for election of school board candidates Former executive board member of the Friends of the Emelin Theatre Former executive board member of the League of Women Voters