Home Buying Articles and Advice - Summit, NJ Market Area Home Buying Tips

 

Buying a home can be one of your most significant investments in life. Not only are you choosing your dwelling place, and the place in which you will bring up your family, you are most likely investing a large portion of your assets into this venture. The more prepared you are at the outset, the less overwhelming and chaotic the buying process will be. The goal of this page is to provide you with detailed information to assist you in making an intelligent and informed decision. Remember, if you have any questions about the process, I'm only a phone call or email away! Contact Michael Pennisi



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Benefits of Owning Your Own Summit, NJ Area Home
Important Things To Avoid Before Buying a Home
Don't Buy a Car - or Did You Already Buy One?
The Business Cycle and Buying a Home
Comparable Sales and Your Offer Price
Major Factors Influencing your Offer Price
Offering to Purchase Real Estate- the Basics
Writing an Offer - Safeguards Regarding the Property
How Financing Details Affect Your Offer
How FHA and VA Financing Affects Your Offer
  • Extra Costs for the Seller
  • VA and FHA Appraisals
Selecting Service Providers
  • You and the Seller Must Agree
  • Escrow and Settlement
  • Title Insurance
  • Termite and Pest Inspection