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10 Deadly Mistakes

Tuesday, 14 October 2008 13:51

10 deadly mistakes buyers make when purchasing a home:

Making an offer on a home without being prequalified.
Not having a home inspection.
Limiting your search to open houses, ads, or the internet.
Choosing a real estate agent who is not committed to forming a strong business relationship with you.
Thinking there is only one perfect house out there.
Not considering long-term needs.
Not examining insurance issues.
Not buying a home protection plan.
Not knowing total costs involved.
Not following through on due diligence.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 25 February 2009 18:58

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