Category: First Time Buyer Advice (12 posts)
Buying Your First Home with a Friend or Sibling: A Quick Guide
January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
Purchasing your first home is tough in today’s market, but co-owning with a friend or family could open new doors. Here’s what you need to know for a smooth and successful experience: W ... [read more]
Saving up For Your Down payment in 1 Year
January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
To get approved for a mortgage, you need to put money down on your down payment. Depending on what type of lender you are with, you will need a down payment of 5% or up to 20% of the purchase price. T ... [read more]
Renting Vs Owning?
January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
This is a question that everyone has to ask themselves when choosing to find their place. Both options can work well, yet it mainly depends on the individual. If you are planning on moving out and con ... [read more]
Considering buying your first home in Durham?
January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
Considering buying your first home in Durham? You most likely have questions about down payment, what you can afford, who the professionals on your team are, how to get the best mortgage for your nee ... [read more]
Shut the Front Door...To Your New Home
January 24, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
Are you struggling with buying a home because you don't have the down payment? We have an option for you that will get you one step closer to your dream home for a limited time. For more infor ... [read more]
Most Common Mistakes That First-Time Home Buyers Make
January 22, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
If you are a first-time home buyer, this certainly is a whole new process for you. It is easy for you to make mistakes as this is all new for you. To ensure that you have the smoothest experience poss ... [read more]
First Time Buyers Week: Part 2
January 22, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
So now that we have reviewed your financing and know what your pre-approved amount is to buy…let’s meet your team that will get you do the day of closing and keys in your hand! ... [read more]
First Time Buyers Week: Part 3
January 22, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
Financing in place: check! Have team members: check! Found the perfect home and placed an offer that was accepted: check! What's next? SHOW ME THE PAPERWORK! Now it is the paperwork time to prov ... [read more]
First Time Buyers Week : Part 4
January 22, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
Let’s talk money: Down payment and Closing costs The minimum down payment needed is 5%, but you will also need to have enough money aside for closing costs. The closing costs are typicall ... [read more]
First Time Buyers Week: Part 1
January 22, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
A first-time buyer having a road map of what each step is along the home buying process can make the whole experience less stressful. This week there will be articles posted about financing, budgeti ... [read more]
10 Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make in Whitby and Durham, ON
January 22, 2025 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
Buying your first house in Whitby and Durham, ON can be an exciting and stressful time. There are so many things to consider that you can find yourself getting overwhelmed. Here are some common mistak ... [read more]
Common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes
November 27, 2024 | Posted by: Sherry Corbitt
This is a frequently discussed topic, which is answered quite often. Yet with how high the housing market is right now, going over this topic is essential for first-time buyers. Having up-to-date info ... [read more]
