Joan Hathaway
RE/MAX First Choice

 

BUYING IN TODAY'S MARKET

Home ownership is the key to financial security
  • Home ownership is a durable investment
  • Numerous unique tax advantages are available to home owners
  • By accumulating equity in your home, you can later move up to another home with a good down payment on hand
  • Home ownership offers you the opportunity to take control of your housing costs

Buying a home raises a lot of questions

Joan answers these questions everyday. Her goal is to help you with straight answers to these and other questions"

  • What are some of the tax advantages of owning a home?
  • What price home can I afford to buy?
  • What are the basic types of loans I should know about?
  • How much down payment should I make?
  • What are the best sources of cash for a down payment?
  • Should I shop for a loan before or after I find a place to buy?
  • What steps are involved in house hunting?
  • What's the best way to know what kind of home is right for me?
  • What's the most efficient way to know what's on the market?
  • What should I look for in a neighborhood?
  • What features make one home style different from another?

Working with a knowledgeable person helps dispel the uncertainties of buying a new or resale home.

  • What should I specifically look for in a new home?
  • How do I evaluate a resale home?
  • What can I expect from a professional home inspection?
  • What's the secret in making a good condominium buy?
  • What is in a sales contract?
  • How do I make an offer on a home and negotiate with the sellers?
  • How do I shop for a mortgage?
  • What information with the lender ask for when I apply for my loan?
  • What does the lender do to approve my loan?
  • How long does it take to get a mortgage approved?
  • What kind of homeowner's insurance should I carry?
  • What are closing costs and how much should I expect to pay?
  • What happens in escrow? Let Joan share with you experience and knowledge in the home-buying process. Now is an excellent time to buy.
Joan Hathaway

The Rapid Response Realtor