WHAT TO CONSIDER AS YOU START YOUR HOME SEARCH

Budget

You've planned for this and made smart decisions. To help you figure out what you can afford and what type of mortgage is best, talk with a local mortgage lender. I have several I can recommend. Think carefully about all the costs of owning a home — not just the down payment and mortgage. Don’t forget about homeowners association fees, maintenance costs, taxes, and private mortgage insurance, if you need it. Be honest with yourself about how much you are willing and able to spend. In the Raleigh-Durham market, you should be pre-approved or at least pre-qualified for a mortgage amount before we really start home shopping.

Timeframe

If you’re in a hurry to find a new place, let me know and we will hit the ground running and see properties as soon as possible. If you have plenty of time to search, we'll handle that differently - perhaps you'd just like periodic MLS listings that match your exact wish list. 

Location

Do you have a specific town, school district, or commute distance in mind? Location is extremely important in your home search. I can set up a wide variety of search parameters so that I send you properties that are in the right place for your needs.

Type and Size

 Think about how much space you need and what is right for your lifestyle. Do you want a single-family home, a townhouse, a condominium, or something else? How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need? Do you have certain minimum or maximum square footage in mind? Do you want a small yard or dream of a larger piece of land? The more we can chat and communicate, the better I can help you find something just right for you.