{"id":1222,"date":"2021-02-03T06:00:13","date_gmt":"2021-02-03T11:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/?p=1222"},"modified":"2024-04-25T23:20:04","modified_gmt":"2024-04-26T03:20:04","slug":"spring-is-coming-win-the-2021-house-hunting-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/spring-is-coming-win-the-2021-house-hunting-game\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Is Coming. Win the 2021 House-Hunting Game."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/house-hunting-2021.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a small child using a tin watering can to water plants in a backyard garden.\" class=\"wp-image-1223\" width=\"524\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/house-hunting-2021.jpg 698w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/house-hunting-2021-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 524px) 100vw, 524px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The season is beginning. If you\u2019re looking for the right place\nto put down roots, mental preparation will help you dig into the market. It\u2019s\nall about knowing what you\u2019re looking for, being conscious of your buying\npower, and having the right people in your corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we\u2019ll note the special circumstances in the\nmarket of 2021. Then, we\u2019ll lay out your general home buyers\u2019 readiness plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re attracted to the city vibe, 2021 could be an\nespecially good time to buy your new property. On the other hand, house-hunting\nis getting more competitive in the suburbs. Here are some considerations to\nkeep in mind as you meet the challenges of this market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Anticipate the Industry\u2019s Current Public Health Customs.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/current-public-health-customs-in-real-estate.jpg\" alt=\"Image of people loading boxes on to a truck.\" class=\"wp-image-1224\" width=\"303\" height=\"303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/current-public-health-customs-in-real-estate.jpg 303w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/current-public-health-customs-in-real-estate-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/current-public-health-customs-in-real-estate-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/current-public-health-customs-in-real-estate-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a new world out there. For one, showings have changed. House-hunters\nare signing waivers and best-practices guides when they visit homes. With appointment-only\nshowings now normal, open houses require extra steps. Expect rules. Tours might\nallow only two people from a single household through the home at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The upside to all this? Buyers can see a lot more from the\ncomfort of their home offices, thanks to the 3D video technology now being put\nto good use. Agents are filming homes with everything from phones to drones to showcase\nproperties for sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you find a home you\u2019d like, expect strict rules for\nattending the inspection. Home inspectors have to follow the state and county requirements.\nYour movers, too, will be following health and safety guidance in your\njurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u261b <strong><em>Learn more.<\/em><\/strong> Take an online course on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nachi.org\/covid-19-safety-standards.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Covid-prevention practices for inspectors<\/a> and contractors; it\u2019s free and open to the public.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note that Covid precautions are expected to remain in place\nfor at least the first half of 2021, and likely longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Check Your Credit and Get Your Income&nbsp;Documents Ready<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your lender, through your mortgage consultant, will request a\nhistory of your income to discern if income sources are stable and reliable. Have\nthe right documentation to show steady employment.&nbsp;Gather your pay stubs\nand your most recent W-2. If you are in business for yourself, line up your tax\nreturns and all available income records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What if the coronavirus economy has set your income back?\nWhat if you have pivoted from your previous job to start up an independent\nbusiness? Expect <a href=\"https:\/\/guide.freddiemac.com\/app\/guide\/bulletin\/2020-19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lenders\nto ask for specific documentation<\/a> showing your income will continue.\nThis includes recent contracts or sales receipts, current business licensing,\nand statements that detail your 2021 income so far. You may be asked to provide\nyour own written statement explaining how your current work continues the\ntrajectory of your experience over at least the past two years, and how your\nearning capacity will continue into the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Pro tip:<\/em><\/strong> If you\u2019re a renter thinking about\nbuying, plan your estimated moving date while in the process of gathering\nincome documents. In 2021, property owners may balk at requests to leave before\nthe term of their leases. But some may allow month-to-month extensions to help\nyou get ready to move when you close, so it\u2019s best to communicate ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Be Clear on Your Home-Buying Budget.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key for every buyer is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/a-gig-workers-guide-to-home-buying\/#:~:text=Lenders%20divide%20monthly%20debt%20by,faithfully%20repay%20your%20mortgage%20loan.\">debt-to-income\nratio<\/a>. From your gross income, how much of your monthly inflow do\nyou spend each month? The lender will give this factor a hard look to decide\nwhat kind of mortgage loan to extend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cash reserves are important as well, so be aware of what\nwill deplete them. As you plan financially, jot down rough expenses you\u2019ll be\nmaking as a homeowner:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Property taxes.<\/strong> You\u2019ll pay them at\nclosing; and you\u2019ll likely be funding an escrow account, to be used by your\nmortgage company to remit your future property tax payments. Check the current\nproperty tax in the home\u2019s online listing. <\/li><li><strong>A homeowner\u2019s insurance policy.<\/strong> Let your\ncurrent insurer know you\u2019re moving to a new home. Get an estimate on the policy\nfrom your agent, and tips for saving anything you can.<\/li><li><strong>Owner\u2019s title insurance.<\/strong> Especially if\nyou buy a detached, single home, you\u2019ll want an owner\u2019s policy. This is in\naddition to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/real-estate-title-insurance-a-brief-explanation\/\">title\ninsurance policy<\/a> you\u2019ll have to pay for, to protect your mortgage\nlender. The cost of an owner\u2019s policy is a flat, one-time premium at closing.\nIt covers the title as long as you (or even your heirs) have the home. <\/li><li><strong>Association fees.<\/strong> If you\u2019re going for a condo\nunit, know the monthly fees. You find them in the home\u2019s online listing.<\/li><li><strong>The costs of buying.<\/strong> Write down the lender\u2019s\nfees. Budget several hundred dollars for the costs of an appraisal and a home inspection,\nand several thousand dollars to cover a down payment, earnest money, and closing\ncosts (which could add up to 5-6% of the home\u2019s purchase price). If you\u2019re in\nthe position to do so, put 20% down. Remember, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/a-guide-to-private-mortgage-insurance\/\">private\nmortgage insurance<\/a>&nbsp;may be a necessary element of your\ninvestment if your down payment is under 20%.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll typically pay your closing costs through a wire\ntransfer from your account as you\u2019re headed to the closing table.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Pro tip:<\/em><\/strong> Even if you are buying a newly\nconstructed home, you could find faulty wiring or piping, unfinished work, or\ndefects of various kinds. Always budget for an inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Find a Mortgage Lender and Real Estate Agent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/mortgage-lender-and-real-estate-agent.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a person talking on a cell phone.\" class=\"wp-image-1225\" width=\"389\" height=\"260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/mortgage-lender-and-real-estate-agent.jpg 519w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/mortgage-lender-and-real-estate-agent-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 389px) 100vw, 389px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It takes a team to buy a home. The right mortgage specialist\nand the best real estate agent are people who know the local market. They grasp\nyour goal, they know how to get you there, and they\u2019re ready to become your trusted\nadvisers for the next few weeks or months \u2014 whatever it takes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick a real estate agent who\u2019ll work hard for you. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/your-real-estate-agents-fiduciary-duties\/\">agent&nbsp;will\nrepresent you<\/a> through the full journey, from budgeting and browsing\nto settlement. To find the right person, your best bet is to ask local\nco-workers and friends: Who did a great job for them? Then call the person\nyou\u2019d like to hire, to get a sense of whether you\u2019ll work well together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What kind of home are you seeking? Make a list of your top\npriorities and find an example of an appealing house for sale to help guide\nyour agent. As both of you look for the best overall combination of attractive\nelements, you\u2019ll work as a team to find the right home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Get a Pre-Approval Letter.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start this ball rolling, if you can, before you go\nhouse-hunting. Especially in this fired-up market, you\u2019ll need to show you\u2019re ready\nto buy. Your mortgage consultant will use your credit profile, your income documentation,\nassets, and your price range to pre-approve your loan. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Monitor your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/applying-for-a-mortgage-get-the-facts-on-credit-scores-and-how-to-improve-yours\/\">credit score<\/a> early in the game. In 2020, lenders started raising eligible credit scores (even though <a href=\"https:\/\/mymortgageinsider.com\/new-fha-policy-for-low-credit-home-buyers-7494\/#:~:text=The%20Federal%20Housing%20Administration%2C%20or,620%20to%20640%20to%20qualify.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">the FHA has not<\/a>). All the way to final approval, it\u2019s critical to keep your accounts healthy and not make significant changes to your credit profile. That means avoiding any major purchases. It means paying loan or card balances off regularly, and steering clear of any new credit card offers \u2014 unless you\u2019re getting one of the major credit cards, and your mortgage rep suggests applying for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expect to be asked repeatedly for updated account statements\nand continuing evidence of income. Daily patience is what you need, even if your\ntransaction moves relatively quickly. The picky habits of underwriters are\nmagnified since 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you finally get your loan approval, borrow\nconservatively if you qualify for a higher loan amount than you expected. Don\u2019t\nassume the HVAC system in your new house has been meticulously maintained or\nthat the roof is in pristine condition. The sewer pipes might not be root-free,\nand there could be tree work waiting for you. Keep a strong cash reserve for\nbig repairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here\u2019s to You, Your New Home, and a Great 2021. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With interest rates so low, if you\u2019ve been thinking of\nbuying, 2021 may be your year. Homes are recommended as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/buying-a-house-to-save-money-its-a-tried-and-true-method\/\">great\ninvestments<\/a> over the long run. If you get a low interest rate on the\nmortgage loan, you boost your prospects of that advice bearing out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And speaking of loan interest, when you do find a great\nhouse for sale, it\u2019s best not to sweat the rate peaks and dips. The rate may rise\na little before you lock it in. In a competitive market, the focus should be on\nmaking an offer that fits your budget, yet committing to a quick closing with\nyour buyer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The philosopher Seneca said <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodreads.com\/quotes\/17490-luck-is-what-happens-when-preparation-meets-opportunity\" target=\"_blank\">luck\u00a0happens when\u00a0preparation meets opportunity<\/a>. Good luck to you, and happy home buying in 2021!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Photo credits: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/ffJ8Qa0VQU0\" target=\"_blank\">Filip Urban<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/18gIbWGdbNk\" target=\"_blank\">Alex Mecl<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/GxM9gkLJbwY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">freestocks<\/a>, via Unsplash. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The season is beginning. If you\u2019re looking for the right place to put down roots, mental preparation will help you dig into the market. It\u2019s all about knowing what you\u2019re looking for, being conscious of your buying power, and having the right people in your corner. 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