Homebuying: Should You “Settle” Or Wait And Save?

Is your dream home outside of your budget? Are you looking for features that can’t be found within your price point? Angie gives some advice on how to know if you should save up or “settle” for your home in this question from the mailbag, as well as answering a few more listener questions.

 

Show Notes: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/homebuying-should-you-settle-or-wait-and-save/

 

On This Episode: 

0:38 - Mailbag: If we’re not planning to keep much of our furniture in a move, will it hurt the chances of selling our house?

3:27 - Mailbag: Friends have suggested a Realtor who exclusively sells in one neighborhood. Is this a good thing?

6:58 - Mailbag: Most homes on our wish list are outside of our budget. Should we settle or wait and save?

7:48 - Speak with a lender to understand what you need financially for a down payment and the mortgage on the type of home you are looking for.

8:38 - Adjust your housing criteria and determine what features could be implemented later on instead of when you move in. 

10:41 - Mailbag: How much should we budget for marketing when selling a home?