If this is your first purchase, identifying when you will sell is almost as important as identifying when to buy. You will eventually move up in size, price and location. By identifying that exit now, it will be easier to make the decision when the time comes. This is an investment (Financial Decision) as well as a Personal Goal. Do you sell when the value goes up a certain percentage? Do you sell when the price hits a certain number? Speak with your Tax Advisor regarding the minimum time necessary to limit Tax liabilities on your gains
Stop having your credit pulled for any reason at this time. Each Hard inquiry on your credit will take points away from your score. Don't go to the furniture store, home improvement store or apply for any credit anywhere else until you close on your purchase. This will preserve your credit score and allow you the best interest rate that is available for your credit profile.
By now, you have spoken to a lender and have been set up on a custom search by one of the Showtime Realty Professionals. Your next step is to stop spending and start saving. Although your Showtime Realtor will get contribution from the seller for your closing costs, the lender will need to see a certain amount of money that is contributed from you directly. Start saving now and keep a good record of where the funds are coming from.
A Showtime Realtor will set you up on custom search to find you the Condo/Townhouse/House that will fit your qualifications as well as your budget. Housing searches are composed of Three Primary factors Style/Price/Location. Pick two of the factors and they will add up to the third. Also Take advantage of the free MLS search pages!
Give Showtime Realty a call and have one them pass your name to a Great Lender. Showtime Realty works closely with the best lenders to stay on top of the current loan programs and grants that are available for buyers.