8 Mistakes Homebuyers Make When Buying Real Estate (And How to Avoid Them)

Buying your first home is a monumental milestone! 🎉 It’s exciting, nerve-wracking, and filled with tons of information to process. As a real estate agent based in Southern California, I've seen first-hand the common pitfalls that first-time buyers often fall into. In this video, I'll share the top 8 mistakes homebuyers make and provide practical tips on how to avoid them.
This video features insights from Peter Zeihan, a renowned geopolitical strategist and author, and Barbara Corcoran, a celebrated real estate investor and Shark Tank star. Watch as they share their unique perspectives on capital costs and real estate prices.
Key Points Covered:
Skipping the Pre-Approval: Why it's crucial to get pre-approved before house hunting.
Not Shopping Around for a Mortgage: The importance of comparing mortgage options.
Neglecting Your Credit Score After Pre-Approval: How to maintain your credit score.
Underestimating Closing and Maintenance Costs: Budgeting for the true costs of homeownership.
Skipping the Home Inspection: The benefits of getting a home inspection.
Waiting Too Long: Why timing is key in the housing market.
Not Researching Neighborhoods: Finding a community that fits your lifestyle.
Not Hiring a Real Estate Agent: How a realtor can guide you through the process.
By understanding these common mistakes, you can navigate your homebuying journey with confidence and make informed decisions that lead you to your dream home. Whether you’re in Southern California or anywhere else in the USA, these tips are for you!
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0:00 Introduction
1:25 Skipping the pre-approval
2:55 Not shopping mortgages
5:03 Neglecting your credit score
6:53 Underestimating the costs
9:30 Skipping the home inspection
11:23 Waiting too long
15.40 Not researching neighborhoods
17:37 Not hiring a Real Estate Agent
19:00 Conclusion

[@tourneytike13]

My dyslexia read, "top 8 mistakes hamburgers make".

[@RyanMossmanRealtor]

haha my wife said the same thing!