Top 4 Deal Killers for Homebuyers

Falling in love is exhilarating. It can also be a bit scary, especially when a home has captured your heart. What if something goes wrong and you end up not spending the rest of your life with this stack of brick and mortar you want?

No matter how careful you are, some deal killers are unavoidable. Others, however, are preventable, so pay heed if you hope to keep your deal alive.

1. Don’t Mess with Your Mortgage Preapproval
A common reason for a real estate deal to fall apart is that many homebuyers don’t fully understand the mortgage process. Sure, you may get a loan preapproval, but don’t think for one minute that this guarantees you will get the loan. It doesn’t.

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SOLD – 1205 Brigade Chesapeake

1205 Brigade Drive | 3 bedroom, 2 bath | Offered at $330,000

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This home is MOVE-IN-READY! Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and 168 bypass. Top-rated school district.

  • Looking for a city where you can indulge in a little birding? 
  • Have you been longing to experience a kayak adventure? 
  • Want to add a few new family-friendly events to your summer bucket list? 

The city of Chesapeake just might be a great place for you to call home. Check out my listing in Great Bridge!

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Thinking of Selling on Your Own?

For Sale By Owner

by Stephanie Bilane, REALTOR®

For Sale by Owner (FSBO) is not as easy as it sounds.  Pricing, timing, and understanding of the entire process are among the many things to take into consideration. So, if you are thinking about selling on your own,

Are you prepared to…

  • make less profit?
  • take longer to sell your home?
  • advertise in various mediums?
  • be available around the clock?
  • waste time with unqualified buyers?
  • handle all negotiations?

 

Why sell with Stephanie and not ‘For Sale By Owner’ (FSBO)?

Your home will sell quicker and for more! And, you have a reliable partner at your side throughout the entire process. The National Association of Realtors Read more