The very next step in todays' market of buying a home is to have a lender pre-approve you for your loan. I can not tell you how much stress that will save you. Call or email me for a list of my approved lenders.
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Step #3
Determine your wants and needs. Really give it some thought; location, schools, style, number of bedrooms, baths, amenities, any special needs, etc. Relay to your agent your needs in detail. This will save you alot of time..
Step #1
The very first step you should make is to select a real estate agent! A full service agent that you feel comfortable with and trust. Your agent will be able to advise you of every step and work with other professionals that will accomplish all your real estate needs. I have a referral network around the world.
Step #4
Select 5 or 6 homes that match your criteria to tour. I find that if you look at more than that in a day that it is very hard to remember which one was which. Try to elimiate as you go! You're making process when you can rule out locations and properties.