The Mortgage process-What NOT to do:
Mortgage rates are at an all time low. With interest rates in t he low to mid 4%, you’d think buyers would be flooding the market. Although the real estate market in Tucson does seem to be leveling off, buyers who are in the process of buying a home need to avoid doing anything that could jeopordize the loan approval process. Gary Keller, in his book, “Shift” makes the following recommendations:
1. Don’t change your employment status
2. Don’t make any major purchases (cars, furniture, home theater, vacations, etc.)
3. Don’t increase your credit card debt or miss any payments.
4. Don’t change bank accounts or make undisclosed large deposits.
5.Don’t apply for a credit card, co-sign a loan or make a credit inquiry.
6. Don’t spend money you have set aside for closing –not any, not ever.
7. Don’t delay in providing all paperwork asked for by the mortgage company.
I realize many potential homebuyers are concerned about how the economy can affect their ability to buy a home. Just remember that homeownership is a long term investment in your future, and one of the most important ones you can make. There is a “Buyer Strength” phenomenon occurring right now which is driven by historically low interest rates and a large inventory of affordably priced homes on the market.
These days, many families who aspire to become homeowners are taking a “wait-and-see” approach, trying to buy at the “bottom” of the market. The problem with trying to time the market is that you can’t time the market. Again, conditions in our Tucson Real Estate Market, Luxury or otherwise, today are very favorable for home buyers; housing affordability has improved, and mortgage rates are, again, near historic lows.
It’s time for Tucson Homebuyers to get off the fence and take advantage of the fantastic real estate opportunities available today.
Denise McCreary
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