Going to view homes for sale is the part most house hunters look forward to. We’ve compiled a few do’s and don’ts about home viewing. DO ask questions! Here is our most important piece of advice for when you’re home viewing with your agent: If you have questions, be sure to ask your agent! Your […]
Articles for Home Buyers
Are you thinking about buying a home?
These articles are here to provide essential information to Home Buyers in Northern California.
* Discover if you should Own or Rent.
* 15 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers.
* Home Buyer Myths, and more.
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3 Home Buying Mistakes You Might Be Making
After taking the time and effort to get your finances in order, it’s now time to go home shopping! These are some common home buying mistakes that we have seen people make. Here are three of the top mistakes you could be making, with some helpful advice on how to avoid them! Home Buying Mistakes: […]
Explaining the Home Buying Timeline
Are you wondering how long it takes to buy a house? In short: it varies. The home buying timeline varies on a few different factors but let’s take a look at the typical timeline. Home Buying Timeline Before you begin Time Estimate: Varies (months to years) We’ve talked a bit about this in other posts. […]
3 Questions to Ask Before Starting the Home Buying Process
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you’ll ever make. We’re here to help you understand the home buying process so you know what to expect. Today, we’re talking about what you need to do before you even begin. What to Ask Yourself Before Starting the Home Buying Process What can I afford? […]
5 Little Known Hacks to Boost Your Credit Score
BEFORE You Buy A Home! * Please read our disclosures at the end of the article. You probably know by now that your credit score is critical to not only be able to qualify for a mortgage but also to get the best rate on your loan. So before you go house hunting, let’s get […]
Home Buyers Beware! The Walls May Be Listening
Warning to Home Buyers and Real Estate Agents – Smart Devices May Be Listening Be careful what you say when you’re viewing a home or on a real estate tour of homes. You might be being recorded. Yep, between smart homes, home security, Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant, you’re probably being eavesdropped on. Maybe […]
23 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home
23 Insider Tips – How to Avoid Costly Mistakes When Buying a Home During our 23-years as real estate professionals, we at Guthrie Group Homes have observed many costly mistakes when buying a home that are commonly made by new home buyers. Here, we have compiled a list of 23 tips that will help you […]
