8 Steps to Buying a Home

Looking for a new home can be an exciting and challenging experience. Having the right real estate agent that takes the time to listen and understand your unique needs and lifestyle is important.
Michael & Anita Marchena will work hard to not only find the perfect home for you but also to handle every last detail of the purchase process, from negotiating the terms of sale to recommending moving companies.
To help you get started on buying your new home purchase, take advantage of the eight steps to buying a home below or give us a call today, and let’s get you started on the path to home ownership.
Call or text Realtors Michael & Anita Marchena today at 951-392-8511 or send us a message.
The decision to purchase your first home is one of the biggest and best decisions you could ever make. After all, a home is the largest (and most emotional) investment most people will ever make. So, how do you know if it’s the right time for you to buy your first home?
When you’re looking for a real estate professional to help you, know that above all else, a good agent will always put their clients first. This is your dream, and Realtor Michael Marchena is simply your advocate to help you make your dream come true.
A great real estate agent like Michael Marchena will:
Ultimately, your lender will pre-approve you for a certain amount, but YOU will decide what you’re comfortable paying every month. Remember, your lender only sees your finances on paper. It’s up to you to decide how much you’re willing to stretch your budget in order to get into your dream home.
Be sure to follow these six steps to financing your home: Note You are not alone, and Realtor Michael Marchena will help you along the way.
So now you are preapproved and ready to begin your search for that perfect property. But how or where do you begin? There are a lot of homes out there and diving in without a guide can become overwhelming and confusing. Dont worry this is what Michael Marchena is here for remember a great Real Estate agent will help you more accurately pinpoint homes that fit your criteria. The right home will meet all your important needs, and as many of your additional wants as possible. Some questions you might ask yourself include:
You’ll learn as you look at homes, your priorities will probably adjust along the way.
Once you’ve found a home you love, the next step is making a compelling offer. While emotions are probably in high gear once you’ve found a home you love, it’s important to remember that a home is an investment. Real Estate Agent Michael Marchena will research similar properties in the neighborhood to help you determine the market value, and fair price, for your home. Look to your real estate agent to explain and guide you through the offer process.
Just because you love a particular property doesn’t mean that it’s perfect. In fact, this is where reason has to trump emotion. You’ll need to have a property inspection (which I highly recommend you attend) that will expose hidden issues. This way you’ll know what you are getting into before you sign closing papers.
Once you’ve made your offer and have completed the inspection process, you’re in the “home” stretch! But, in order to ensure that you don’t put your closing date, or your mortgage at risk, you have a few pre-closing responsibilities that you’ll need to be mindful of. These include:
Congratulations, and welcome home! The home-buying process is complete, but just like any big process, there’s a maintenance plan! It’s now your responsibility, and in your best financial interest, to protect your investment for years to come. Performing routine maintenance on your home’s systems is always more affordable than having to fix big problems later. Be sure to watch for signs of leaks, damage, and wear.
And remember, just because the sale is complete, your relationship with Realro Michael Marchena doesn’t need to end! After closing, your Michael can still help you by providing information for your tax returns, finding contractors and repair services, and even tracking your home’s current market value.
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