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SMART HOME-BUYER TIPS!
1. Bear in mind realistic financial guidelines to ensure that you are not overextending yourself on your mortgage.
2. Buy a house in an excellent school district when possible, even if you do not have children. This will increase your resale value, as many home buyers do have children.
3. Before you buy, hire your own home inspector to detect any potential problems. This report could be a negotiating factor on the price of the house.
4. Getting pre-approval on a mortgage will give you more negotiating power with the seller, as you are a "sure thing" and not a gamble.
5. Get a realistic view of the neighborhood before you buy. Drive from your potential home to work and shops during the appropriate times to evaluate traffic.