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Buying a home

5 Things to do when buying a home

Buying a home is challenging enough, hire a Realtor like Daniel to represent you and negotiate on your behalf.

first time home buyers1. Get pre-approved with a lender before you start. Not being pre-approved is like going shopping and not knowing how much money you have to spend. Find out what type of loan you qualify for and what your interest rate will be. Having a knowledgeable lender is important because they will make sure that your credit, cash on hand, employment history, your income and your debt all make sense. Get pre-approved before you go shopping.

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2. Look at all the properties in your price range. If you are pre-approved for $800,000, check out all the properties up to $850,000. You never know, the seller of the home priced at $850,000 may accept your $800,000 offer. A good real estate agent may be able to negotiate a great deal for you.

3. Go see property with your Realtor. It’s important to check out properties with your real estate agent. This way you and your real estate agent can discuss the things about the home that you like and don’t like. Once you and your real estate agent are in sync, you have a better chance of finding more of what you want.

buying a home - couple at the table 4. Be specific on your wants and needs. Are you interested in buying a fixer upper? Are you looking for a new or updated home? Talk to your real estate agent about the type of home you are not willing to purchase and the specific reasons you don’t like the property. Some buyers look for bargains and search homes that need some minor work such as paint and flooring or some updating. Some buyers only want a turnkey property. Be specific.

5. Be clear about your time frame. If you are moving because of schools, make sure that you let your real estate agent know. Timing is very important. Make sure that you and your real estate agent are on the same page.

If you are serious about buying a home, call Daniel at 408.460.8401. I look forward to representing you and negotiating the best deal for you.

If you are a first time home buyer and would like to better understand the buying process, watch this video:

Testimonials

Daniel sold my townhome in about one week for 26k over my asking price and then got me my new home at 10k under asking price

-Stephanie R

I highly recommend Dan Pizano to help you find your home. We couldn't have done it without him!

-Megan G


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About Daniel Pizano Realtor Broker Agent

San Jose Native, Real Estate Guru, Marketing Expert. Bay Area Sports Enthusiast, Frustrated Golfer, Amateur Chef, Wanna-be Cocktail Mixologist. Web Designer. Lover of All Things Green - Gardener. Musician. Associate Broker of Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Los Gatos Office. For more, follow me at @danielpizano Read More…

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Helping you find your dream home.

Everything starts with a phone call. Call us at 408.460.8401. Daniel Pizano is a top producing real estate agent and broker associate with 10 years of real estate experience. Daniel is affiliated with Coldwell Banker Los Gatos which is a top producing office in Silicon Valley and the entire Bay Area. Real estate is a relationship business. You need a knowledgeable and hardworking broker who will negotiate the best deal for you. Daniel would love to meet with you and see how he can help you achieve your dream of owning your home or selling your home. Call Daniel today!

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Daniel Pizano, broker associate
01471503
408.355.1557
Coldwell Banker Los Gatos
410 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

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