We have moved in to our new place!
Don't plan to write a whole novel on the experience but would like to process the experience by sharing a few observations on the process in some blog posts.
Step one: look over your finances.
Given the amount of time, effort and funds, purchasing a home is quite a process since most of us aren't swimming in dollars! Most banks have first-time home buying educational web pages that help you figure out key financial questions: What will be your monthly expenses will be? What kind of downpayment you will need?
Identify a lender you will likely get a mortgage from and get pre-approved. That letter helps the seller take you more seriously.
Step two: figure out where you would like to live given the financial constraints you identify from step one and start looking at places and neighborhoods.
Here is where a realtor could be helpful.
We worked with Glenda Lousignont. She knows the part of Los Angeles County we were interested in.
Mrs. Rambler and I give a big thumbs up to Glenda for her efforts in showing us places and answering our many questions!
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