Posts tagged ‘buying a home in wisconsin’

December 14, 2015

First time home buyer? It is OK to start small, just get started.

First time home buyer? It is OK to start small, just get started.

Buying a home typically involves a downpayment and a mortgage. And saving for the downpayment can take a long time. According to NAR, it could take 12 years to save 20% down on a $250,000+ house. Why start that high?  Best to get into a starter home and keep saving to later trade up for […]

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November 30, 2015

The home search: Now comes the fun part

The home search: Now comes the fun part

  You’ve decided to buy a home, have been preapproved and know what you can afford.  Now comes the fun part: searching, and finding, the right property for you.   What are you looking for? Narrow it down. You’ll save time if you have a good idea what you are looking for. A condo or […]

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November 17, 2015

Want accurate Wisconsin real estate listing information? Search local sites.

Want accurate Wisconsin real estate listing information? Search local sites.

You can find Wisconsin real estate listings easily on websites and apps these days, but how do you know if the data on those properties is accurate?  Have you ever inquired on a property that you were interested in only to find it was not available, even though there it is, right there on your screen?  Frustrating! National […]

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November 2, 2015

Mortgage lending 101 video: How much can you afford? Why get preapproved?

Mortgage lending 101 video: How much can you afford? Why get preapproved?

It is normal for first time home buyers to have a lot of questions. We’re hoping this video helps you with some of your questions about mortgage loans A mortgage loan is kind of an amazing thing when you think of it.  Because no one has, say, $200,000 laying around, you can borrow it as […]

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October 26, 2015

Are you ready to buy a home? Watch this humorous video for some help in deciding.

Are you ready to buy a home? Watch this humorous video for some help in deciding.

Are you ready to buy a home?   This humorous video addresses that question. “That sounds so grown up and impressive!” When you are ready, please contact your favorite First Weber Realtor. We can help you buy a home anywhere in Wisconsin or refer you to an agent almost anywhere in the world. Start your […]

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