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February 23, 2023 9 mins
Are you in the market for a new home? Don't miss out on these five essential secrets that no one talks about when buying a home. Here are the five secrets: 1. Buy a home you can afford: It's important to buy a home that fits your budget. Don't overextend yourself, as it could lead to financial difficulties down the road. 2. Buy a home in a good school district: Even if you don't have kids or don't plan on having them, buying a home in a good school district is a smart investment. Homes in these areas tend to appreciate in value faster than homes in other areas. 3. You don't need 20% down: Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to put down 20% to buy a home. There are many loan options available that require less than 20% down. 4. You can back out of a deal if you want: If you change your mind about buying a home, you can back out of the deal. Just make sure you have a contingency clause in your contract that allows you to do so. 5. It costs more to own than rent: When you own a home, you're responsible for all the maintenance and repairs. This can add up quickly and make owning a home more expensive than renting. So there you have it, the five secrets no one talks about when buying a home. Keep these in mind when you're in the market for a new home. Thanks for listening! Want to have a friendly no pressure conversation about your specific real estate related questions? Schedule a 30 minute discover call with me by clicking here: https://calendly.com/joshalexanderrealestate/over-the-phone-informational-session Josh Alexander THE brokeredge JoshAlexanderRealEstate@gmail.com 714.366.2186 DRE#:01974435 Want to get a monthly update on your home’s value? https://hmbt.co/FpQZKP Thinking of buying a home, want to know the process and costs involved? - http://vid.us/kk81kx Thinking a selling your home and want to know the process and costs involved? - http://vid.us/7j8wtf Want to schedule a time to talk? - calendly.com/joshalexanderrealestate Follow me on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/joshalexanderrealestate/ Follow me on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/josh_the_real_estate_dad/ Follow me on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshalexanderrealestate/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/joshtherealestatedad
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