Are there Special Financing Programs for First-Time Home Buyers?
Yes! There are multiple programs available for first-time home buyers, ranging from low down payment loans, “silent” second mortgage programs, tax credits and more! If you are interested in programs that are available in NE Florida, click here to request additional information. I would like to move-up into a larger home, but need to sell my current house. Should I wait until I find a house to put mine on the market? In a normal market, meaning it takes 3 to 6 months for an average home to sell, you should begin your search at the same time that you list your home for sale. This is helpful because you most likely will not find the perfect home on the first search trip. You will want to begin searching first through the internet to build your “short” list, followed by physical inspection of the properties. Photos and virtual tours are terrific, but there is no substitute for walking into a house, inspecting the details and seeing a floorplan or surface finish in person. Once you have a c