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Top Home Buying Tips





Some sound tips from CNN Money on how you should conduct a successful home purchase. These tips are especially useful as we are approaching a time of uncertainty in the real estate market.

From CNN Money:

1. Don’t buy if you can’t stay put.
2. Start by shoring up your credit.
3. Aim for a home you can really afford.
4. Don’t worry if you can’t put down the usual 20 percent.
5. Buy in a district with good schools.
6. Get professional help.
7. Choose carefully between points and rate.
8. Before house hunting, get pre-approved.
9. Do your homework before bidding.
10. Hire a home inspector.

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