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    First Time Home Buyers Guide

    Are you a first time home buyer? The home buying process can be daunting for many people; especially those who are trying to buy their first home. Understanding the home buying process as well as the local market conditions will help make your dream of home ownership a reality. RE/MAX sells more in Columbus than any other firm – and we’ve used this experience to pull together some tips to get you started.

    Step 1: What You Can Afford

    Before you go shopping for your dream home in Columbus – go shopping for a mortgage! Meet with a local mortgage advisor to review your options and know how much you can afford. Your mortgage provider will explain different mortgage programs available to you based on your financial situation. With your pre-approval in hand, you’ll have more confidence that you can actually afford the home you fall in love with. Email me for a list of mortgage advisors who can help you through this first step!

    Step 2: Know the Local Market Conditions

    As you begin your home search you’ll quickly realize there is no such thing as a “national real estate market”. Just like our weather conditions, employment opportunities, and even our quality of life is distinctly different the Greater Columbus area – so is our real estate market. In fact, real estate market conditions may vary by price range you’re in; from town to town; and possibly neighborhood by neighborhood. Familiarize yourself with what is happening in the neighborhoods you’re interested in; with the type of property you’re looking for; and particularly within the price range you are looking in. Often people will talk about whether it is a “buyers market” or a “sellers market”. Once again, it’s important to know the conditions of the specific market area you are searching in. Email me and find out what you need to know about the current market.

    Step 3: Prioritize Your Criteria

    We’ve all done it: dreamed about our perfect home; fantasized about the huge yard; imagined a gathering with friends and family in the chef’s kitchen. As you begin your search, it’s important to be realistic about what it is that you are truly looking for to help you narrow down your search. Rate the features that you are looking for on a scale of ‘Must Have’ to ‘Can Live Without’.

    Consider what features are critical to your lifestyle:

    • Location: do you need to be near your work or are you willing to drive a little?
    • Number of bedrooms: how many bedrooms do you need?
    • Fixer Upper: are you handy and willing to make some repairs or would you prefer to turn the key & move right in?
    • Older home vs. Newer Construction: some people love the history of an older home, but may not be able to do the upkeep required.

    Not only are these good things to think about when it comes to narrowing your search, but they are also important criteria to think about as they relate to how long you may live in the property and how much you are willing to spend on monthly expenses.

    Our Listings

    9528 Riverway Run $1,998,888

    9528 Riverway Run Powell, Ohio

    5 Beds 7 Baths 6,277 Sq Ft 1.530 Acres

    10270 Olentangy River Road $1,350,000

    10270 Olentangy River Road Powell, Ohio

    4 Beds 5 Baths 3,894 Sq Ft 2.780 Acres

    9894 Cape Court $549,888

    9894 Cape Court Dublin, Ohio

    4 Beds 4 Baths 3,824 Sq Ft 0.630 Acres

    528 N Wooten Court N $395,000

    528 N Wooten Court N Powell, Ohio

    4 Beds 3 Baths 2,496 Sq Ft 0.540 Acres

    748 Olde Settler Place $359,900

    748 Olde Settler Place Columbus, Ohio

    4 Beds 3 Baths 2,214 Sq Ft 0.320 Acres

    1224 Slade Avenue $285,000

    1224 Slade Avenue Columbus, Ohio

    4 Beds 3 Baths 1,668 Sq Ft 0.250 Acres

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    About Us

    The Whiteman Realty Group of RE/MAX Achievers delivers our clients representation and skills that are unparalleled in the Real Estate Industry. We have the world’s leading Real Estate name on your side, plus our expertise and skills give home buying & selling experiences that far exceed customer expectations. Our group prides itself in standing out from the crowd by our professionalism and knowledge to help clients achieve their goals, both short and long-term. The short-term goal of buying or selling a house can affect your long-term financial situation, thus we take that seriously and work hard to educate and keep clients informed every step of the way.

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