3 Tips for Homebuyers in a Fast Paced Market
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You need to move quickly in order to get the home you want!
The housing market is jumping right now, and there is a ton of competition between homebuyers. Chances are you or someone you know has been beat, outbid or just plain frustrated that things aren't going as they hoped they were as buyers. Let us remedy your woes! This recent article from U.S. News gives some fantastic tips for winning in this fast paced housing market.
Tips include:
Set up property alerts: There are websites that are tied directly to the multiple listing service (MLS), so that you can know the latest homes popping up on the market before your competition. On these sites you can input the exact criteria you are looking for in a home and receive emails when new homes come available on the market fitting your specifications. One such site is ChristinaPitz.com
For more info on receiving listings directly to your inbox, contact Christina Pitz & Associates at 910-467-4000 or Christinaleone@aol.com. We would love to help you in your search process!
Hire an agent who works quickly: Between the initial showing and final closing, there are mountains of paperwork and numerous negotiations that need to take place. Working with a knowledgeable and experienced agent will save you time and put you leagues ahead of the competition! It is a good idea to work with a buyer's agent (free service by the way) who has a lot of experience with buyers rather than sellers.
Make a sweet offer the seller can't resist: In a fast paced and competitive market, you want your offer to stand out. There is a happy medium between getting a good deal and making sure you get the home you want at any cost. You want to make an aggressive offer so as to not lose out on the home you want. Being outbid is disheartening!
P.s. Work with an experienced agent who can give you advice along the way.