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Love birds want to find their love nest together.

You and your partner have finally decided to settle down and find a house to build a foundation and sprout your family tree. Of course, setting off to find a home can be an overwhelming task. It can be challenging to narrow down what you want in a house, determine your ideal neighborhood, and figure out the budget. While the road to your new home may be rocky, the first night in your dream home will make it all seem worthwhile!

Here are some tips for saying ‘yes!’ to a home, together:

Separately list priorities.
 Sit down independently and write a list of home features you desire most in your next home. This will become your needs v. wants list.  Then, compare your list with your partner’s and together you both can make compromises accordingly. While you may absolutely need a large back yard to garden, your partner’s primary dream may be a renovated attic. This list created by collaboration allows you to begin shopping for the right house for both of you, and make a big step to eliminate the bungalows that he unquestionably refuses to consider.

Get pre-approved. 
This important step is critical to determine how much house you can afford. Talking with a lender should be your first step to becoming a successful buyer.  Getting preapproved is the process which takes a thorough look at your financial situation and qualifies you to obtain a mortgage. Having a pre-approval letter in hand first allows you to move quickly when you find the home of your dreams!  This is important in today’s low inventory housing market when time is of the essence when submitting an offer.

Secure an experienced, full-time, professional Realtor. 
Interview and hire an experienced real estate agent.  Working with a professional can save you time and money, while keeping the details of the process in order. A good buyer’s specialist will take the time to listen to what you’re looking for in a home, understand your needs, hand-pick homes which fit your criteria, work with your schedule, and guide you through every step of the home-buying process to avoid any surprises. In short, this person is an invaluable member of your team.

Diligent preparation, effective communication, and the right Realtor can land you and your partner in your dream home! To get started on your home search in San Diego, California, contact Jenn Blake Real Estate Group at Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty in San Diego, California at 858-663-6788.