{"id":6406,"date":"2025-03-26T07:42:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-26T11:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/?p=6406"},"modified":"2025-03-23T21:52:47","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T01:52:47","slug":"live-and-learn-what-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-real-estate-buyer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/live-and-learn-what-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-real-estate-buyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Live and Learn! What I Wish I Knew as a Real Estate Buyer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1319\" height=\"894\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/what-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-real-estate-buyer.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/what-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-real-estate-buyer.webp 1319w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/what-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-real-estate-buyer-300x203.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/what-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-real-estate-buyer-1024x694.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/what-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-real-estate-buyer-768x521.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1319px) 100vw, 1319px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always nice to learn from others\u2019 mistakes and revelations, before we\u2019re in the position to deal with similar situations ourselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this spirit, here are a few things <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/first-time-home-buyer-pro-tips\/\">first-time deed holders<\/a> say they wish they knew before buying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Knew? Surroundings Matter as Much as the Home Itself.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many buyers wish they\u2019d spent enough quality time exploring the surroundings of the home they picked. Here are a few questions they wish they\u2019d asked most:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is this area attractive, and the schools highly rated, so my home will hold its value over time?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How far is the home from shops, cultural draws, and public transportation? Will I be totally car-dependent here?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will I have to spend a lot of time (and money) commuting to work and other activities?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are the windows, garden spaces, and deck or patio areas getting enough sunlight?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are mailboxes accessible \u2014 to the residents, and to the mail carrier, in all kinds of weather?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How is the ground sloped? Are there persistent stormwater drainage problems?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Speaking of neighbors, are they very close? Do they smoke? Have loud gatherings?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And so on. Think about what will irritate or uplift you on a daily basis. It\u2019s a good idea to buy a home you\u2019ll be happy with for a decade. If you can, you\u2019re shoring up your opportunity to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/home-appreciation-for-building-equity-what-kinds-of-homes-do-best\/\">build home equity<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hey, Could I Have Applied for a Grant to Help Me Buy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"763\" height=\"715\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/could-i-have-applied-for-a-grant-to-help-me-buy-real-estate.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/could-i-have-applied-for-a-grant-to-help-me-buy-real-estate.webp 763w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/could-i-have-applied-for-a-grant-to-help-me-buy-real-estate-300x281.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 763px) 100vw, 763px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Many first-time buyers aren\u2019t aware. Locally sponsored home buyer grants could be a perfect fit. And some of these grants are in and around very expensive cities. Places that seem financially impossible <em>could<\/em> be within reach. Ask mortgage consultants for guidance finding the assistance as you shop for a home loan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Will it be worth your time to look for these plans? Possibly so. Five-figure <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/looking-for-a-path-to-homeownership-look-again-at-down-payment-assistance\/\">down payment assistance<\/a> is not unheard of. These offerings are kind of like promotions from phone companies \u2014 there might be strings attached, like a minimum number of years you must keep the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t see any grants, check out government-backed loans with low down payment minimums. Consider a loan backed by the Federal Housing Authority. FHA loans are available for a borrower who puts as little as 3.5% down on a home purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask your mortgage consultant about Department of Agriculture (USDA) or Veterans Affairs (VA) loans. Some buyers with modest incomes are surprised to learn that they could have had USDA or VA mortgages for practically no money down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong> Read the fine print. Assistance in the form of grants or loans can have many rules to follow, and some of the requirements could be expensive to meet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oh, the Expenses! Becoming a Homeowner Is Not for the Light of Wallet.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Save up a good extra ten percent (or more) of your chosen home\u2019s value to one side. Because\u2026 Let\u2019s be straightforward. You are going to be paying more than the listing price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re in for closing costs with the various fees, escrow account for insurance and taxes, payments to professionals: an agent, a home inspector, an appraiser, and a few more. Then there\u2019s your move. And furnishings. And then there\u2019s the moment when the HVAC gives out\u2014or at least the washing machine. Even in a newly built home, expect a number of inconvenient surprises.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buyers need to keep substantial emergency funds in their accounts. Even in a condo unit, you can be on the hook for things that break. These may be costs the whole community suddenly must cover (so, know the association\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/the-master-policy-versus-individual-homeowners-coverage\/\">insurance deductible<\/a>). Some could be expenses pertaining to your unit alone (work needed \u201cwithin the four walls\u201d of the owner\u2019s unit).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This brings up another thing people often wish they knew at the outset: Learn about what services the homeowner\u2019s association (if you\u2019re getting into one) provides. That comes out of everyone\u2019s monthly dues. Learn what costs \u2014 regular and seasonal \u2014 must be covered by the unit owners individually, too. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s much to be said for <em>not <\/em>picking a home with a price tag that maxes you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Harder Than Tough Mudder! I\u2019d Have Liked to Have the Obstacle Course Map at the Start. &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"692\" height=\"953\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/harder-than-tough-mudder.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/harder-than-tough-mudder.webp 692w, https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/harder-than-tough-mudder-218x300.webp 218w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 692px) 100vw, 692px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>States have model purchase contracts that real estate agents use. It\u2019s possible to review the contractual provisions in advance. This will help you speak with your loan officer or mortgage broker and your agent when you\u2019re looking to organize tasks and a time frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll probably need to plan to keep your ringer turned on constantly. When a piece of information is required from you as the loan applicant, it\u2019s probably urgent. And usually followed by two or three more hurried requests. Then you\u2019ll wonder why everyone\u2019s gone quiet. Then, another flurry of documentation requests. A buyer feels less harried knowing what questions are coming down the pike, and how to get verification in advance for some of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/what-makes-a-good-real-estate-agent-and-how-do-i-find-one\/\">good real estate agent<\/a> is your champion when you need to know what to expect, and when to be ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trust But Verify? The Inspection Is Necessary But Not Always Sufficient.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some homes are sold with non-standard appliance hookups and so forth. First-time home buyers are often taken aback to find out that some things are not done correctly. Some wiring could comply with an older version of the building code. And so forth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Owners who sell their homes are legally responsible for telling buyers about material defects. Some buyers, sad to say, don\u2019t tell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, an inspector calls the buyer\u2019s attention to various findings. The buyer\u2019s agent can then help the buyer determine how to negotiate in light of the findings. Other things could get missed in the inspection. You might have no idea what\u2019s behind the walls or under the floor covering. You might miss potential tree-care or drainage issues as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if the buyer accepts a lot of blemishes with hopes that the place will clean up well, will the necessary work include the need for permit applications and fees? And did the seller follow zoning rules if applicable to home improvements that have been made?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of work and materials, appliances too, is on the rise \u2014 first given inflation, and now tariffs. Unplanned maintenance and repair jobs cost a lot today.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avert Buyer\u2019s Remorse: List Your Priorities in Order.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be a near-miracle for a first-time deed holder to have the perfect home in every respect. Expect to experience a few drawbacks in any real estate deal you make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All the more reason to make a checklist of the valuable traits of a comfortable home. Give them rankings \u2014 say, ten points for the characteristic that would make you happiest, and so on. Then you can add up points for what you find in each home you consider buying. This method can at least help you keep all the \u201cmust have\u201d and \u201cnice to have\u201d things at the top of your mind as you shop for your first (or next) home.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-accent-5-background-color has-background has-small-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<p><strong>Supporting References<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Deeds.com<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/first-time-buyers-get-ready-for-these-extra-costs\/\">First-Time Buyers, Get Ready for These Extra Costs<\/a> (Sep. 11, 2023).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And as linked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More on topics: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.deeds.com\/articles\/was-your-seller-inspired-by-pinocchio-buyer-remedies-for-false-disclosure-statements\/\">Home sellers who fail to disclose problems<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Photo credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/elderly-man-sitting-on-porch-10397674\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ron Lach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/excited-black-woman-using-laptop-9429552\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Monstera Production<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/photo-of-yellow-tulips-in-a-vase-7248168\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greta Soave<\/a>, via Pexels\/Canva.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s always nice to learn from others\u2019 mistakes and revelations, before we\u2019re in the position to deal with similar situations ourselves. 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