Buying a Home

Sept. 20, 2023

Do's and Don'ts for first-time home buyers

Do's:

 

1. Do establish a realistic budget: Determine how much you can afford by considering your income, expenses, and financial goals. This will guide your home search and help you avoid overextending yourself.

2. Do research loan options: Look into various mortgage options, such as fixed-rate or adjustable-rate ...

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June 5, 2023

Top 10 Tips For Buyers

Are you a first time home buyer wondering what to do? What questions to take into consideration? May it be you're feeling, overwhelmed, stuck, angry, have a look at these top 10 buyer tips that we personally recommend here at the Bryce Hansen Team.

 

1. Do your research ...

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May 15, 2023

10 First Time Home Buyer Tips

1. Do your research – Comox Valley Real Estate is a beautiful area, but it also has its own unique characteristics that first-time home buyers need to be aware of before making a purchase. Educate yourself on the neighborhoods, schools and amenities available in the area to find out where ...

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April 1, 2023

4 Tips To Buying A Home In The Spring Market

Did you know that Spring is peak house hunting season?

Traditionally, the Spring season for selling is March through June although this can vary from region to region. This time of year is the busiest time to buy a home but also the most competitive. Here are a few tips ...

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Jan. 15, 2023

5 Mistakes that First-Time Home Buyers Make

It’s a new year! Perhaps you’re planning on taking the leap and buying your first home in 2023. Congratulations! Homeownership is exhilarating, but can also be overwhelming.

 

Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid when purchasing your first home:

 

1.    Buying more than you can afford

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Nov. 1, 2022

5 Common Real Estate Terms Every Homeowner Should Know

If you plan to buy or sell, chances are you will run into real estate terminology. If you aren’t the most familiar with real estate definitions, you aren’t alone!

 

Here are a few common real estate terms to improve your real estate purchasing experience so that you can feel ...

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June 1, 2022

Advice for First Time Home Buyers

So, you're finally ready to take the plunge and buy your first home! Congratulations! This is a huge accomplishment, and there's a lot to think about before you get started. In this blog post, we'll give you some advice for first-time homebuyers on what to do and ...

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May 20, 2022

Benefits of a Loan Pre-Approval

Benefits of a Loan Pre-Approval 

 

Are you in the market for a new home? If so, one of the most important things you can do is get a loan pre-approval. A pre-approval will give you an idea of how much money you can borrow and will help speed up ...

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May 3, 2022

Why you should work with a Realtor

Why you should work with a Realtor

 

When you’re buying or selling a home, working with a realtor is a smart choice. Realtors are experts in the field and can help make the process easier for you.  Whether you are a first-time home buyer or you are looking ...

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Jan. 31, 2022

Should I sell now or wait until the spring?

Trying to figure out if now is the right time to sell your home? A number of people are considering whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring. While it may seem tempting to wait until the warmer weather and busy spring market, here is our suggestion ...

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