{"id":17,"date":"2015-01-25T20:28:43","date_gmt":"2015-01-25T20:28:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/?page_id=17"},"modified":"2020-09-18T18:57:56","modified_gmt":"2020-09-18T18:57:56","slug":"buyers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/?page_id=17","title":{"rendered":"BUYERS"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Charlotte<\/a>Homeownership is a centuries-old aspiration.<\/p>\n

Homeownership is rooted in tradition and deep-set family values. The intense emotion associated with buying a home is still one of life\u2019s greatest enjoyments, experienced tenfold when that purchase is made for the first time.<\/p>\n

With heightened feelings come affordability concerns.<\/p>\n

Here are some things to consider if you\u2019re thinking of buying for the first time:<\/p>\n

\u2022 The down payment isn\u2019t everything.<\/p>\n

Closing costs and future expenses come with any property so be sure you can afford more than just the amount you\u2019ll be putting down for a home. Experts suggest having 1-3% of the purchase price in savings to cover any additional fees, improvements or unexpected expenses that may arise.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Expect the best, plan for less.<\/p>\n

Mortgage specialists recommend holding at least 6 mortgage payments in the bank in case of job loss or other unforeseen circumstances.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Devise a short-term plan for home improvement.<\/p>\n

For starters, work with the seller or builder to determine repairs and improvements; a thorough inspection will help this process along. Once you know the cost of repairs and improvements, you can budget the necessary funds many months in advance.<\/p>\n

Work with Charlotte Laws of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties to determine the best and most financially friendly way to achieve your homeownership dreams.<\/p>\n

Home Inspection<\/span><\/p>\n

A home inspection will tell you the things that must be done to keep a home safe and code-compliant. An objective inspection provides a buyer with a clearer understanding of the home\u2019s condition and true value. It gives sellers an important checklist of things to fix before the sale.<\/p>\n

Whether buying or selling, Charlotte Laws can help you through the home inspection process. She handles inspections of all types \u2013 from older properties to newly built homes.<\/p>\n

Expect Charlotte to:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Know reliable inspectors to perform a thorough examination of the property.
\n\u2022 Share and analyze all inspection reports with you.
\n\u2022 Insist on an “inspection clause” in your contract describing any damages or defects found.<\/p>\n

Remember, a home inspection is a crucial step toward finalizing your real estate transaction and full comprehension of inspection results is essential. Charlotte Laws of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties will close the gap between a home’s unknowns and its proper repairs, speeding you on your way to your purchase or sale.<\/p>\n

Contact Charlotte at 818-346-5280 or drlaws@roadrunner.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

*Charlotte’s DRE # 01005771. Charlotte is a Realtor \u00ae, not a broker. She is affiliated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties (Your Top Broker). BHHS DRE # 01317331.<\/p>\n

\u00a9 2020 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties (BHHSCP) is a member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates LLC. BHHS and the BHHS symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. BHH Affiliates LLC and BHHSCP do not guarantee accuracy of all data including measurements, conditions, and features of property. Information is obtained from various sources and will not be verified by broker or MLS. Buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information. Market update marketing: For use on all materials that include market data. \u00a9 2020 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties (BHHSCP) is a member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates LLC. BHHS and the BHHS symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. Properties may or may not be listed by the office\/agent presenting this information. Based on information obtained from the MLS as of (include the date data was obtained). Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.<\/p>\n

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Homeownership is a centuries-old aspiration. Homeownership is rooted in tradition and deep-set family values. The intense emotion associated with buying a home is still one of life\u2019s greatest enjoyments, experienced tenfold when that purchase is made for the first time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":8,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-17","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/17","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=17"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/17\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":152,"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/17\/revisions\/152"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/yourtopbroker.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=17"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}