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NINE STEPS TO BUYING

A HOME

 

The home buying process can seem complicated, but if you take things step-by-step, you will soon be holding the keys to your own home and living in Austin!

STEP 01

What you can afford depends on your income, credit rating, current monthly expenses, downpayment and the interest rate.

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How much home can you afford?

Buying vs. Renting

Home Economics

Home buying programs in your state

FIGURE OUT HOW MUCH YOU CAN AFFORD

STEP 04

Homebuying programs in your state

Let FHA help you   (FHA loan programs offer lower down payments and are a good option for first-time home buyers!)

HUD's special homebuying programs

Good Neighbor Next Door (formerly known as Teacher/Officer/Firefighter Next Door)

Homeownership for public housing residents

Indian Home Loan Guarantee Program (Section 184)

LEARN ABOUT HOME BUYING PROGRAMS

STEP 05

Wish list - what features do you want?

Home-shopping checklist?

take this list with you when comparing homes

Homes for sale (including HUD homes)

"Fixer-Uppers - home purchase and repair programs

Manufactured (mobile) homes

Shopping for a Home FAQ’s

SHOP FOR A HOME

STEP 06

MAKE AN OFFER

STEP 07

GET A HOME INSPECTION

STEP 09

You're finally ready to go to "settlement" or "closing." Be sure to read everything before you sign!

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Getting ready to close

SIGN PAPERS
BUYERS - LET ME HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT HOME FOR YOU.
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Please use the form below to give me your contact information and tell me about the type of home you are looking for. I look forward to showing you what today's market has to offer!

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