Helpful Tips For First Time Home Buyers
- Ask about first-time homebuyer programs
- Try to save for a down payment in advance
- Set a budget after carefully reviewing your finances
- Check your credit score and report, from this mortgage lenders will base interest rates
- Consider other costs of homeownership such as property taxes and utilities
- Find a real estate agent local to the area
- Check out the local area – attractions, schools, shopping
- Once you settle on a property find a good home inspector
- Consider your needs versus wants in a new home
- There are different loans options to help you with a lower down payment like FHA and VA loans
If You Are A First Time Home Buyer, Find Out How We Can Help
Are you a first-time home buyer in St. Pete or the Tampa Bay area? If so, reach out to our team at The Melissa Sontheimer Group at (727) 434-3644 to find out how we can assist you in that search for the perfect home.