10 Simple Tips to Take the Stress Out of Home Buying Process - Focus on the Positives!

Tip 7: Family & Friends Opinions

 
It's natural to want to get opinions from those you trust before you make your final choice, but too much input will ultimately make the decision process much harder.

You may be getting down payment assistance from family. For that reason, it's good for them to know why you are choosing a particular home. It's an investment on their part as well, but remember you will be the one making monthly mortgage payments. You may be needing approval or an extra set of eyes in the beginning stages of looking at homes if you are a first time home buyer. Once you get an idea of what to be looking for, you should be ready to step out and make those decisions on your own.

If you have friends come along, their taste may be completely different from yours, and you may miss the house you like because you were only focusing on their opinion. You may end up looking at more homes than are needed because you were distracted.

Your home is yours because it fits your family, your lifestyle, your needs, and your location of choice.

Remember to focus on what your immediate wants and needs are so that YOU will be happy with the final decision. 

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