The Home Buying Process

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At this point you will have a good idea of what you can afford and the type of area you will want to invest in. Taking that information into consideration, you are ready to embark on your property search. If you don't know much about the city to which you are moving, you will most likely want to start your search by finding areas that meet your criteria and then narrowing your search to particular properties in the area.

There are a few ways to go about this. Possibly the most efficient way to find properties is to allow your real estate agent to keep you up-to-date on available properties that meet your criteria, and then allow your agent to screen these properties for you. When your agent presents you with a property that interests you, he or she can arrange for you to tour the property at your convenience.

At Maine Home Connection we can assist your home viewing in many ways. Once you have identified just what features you desire in your home, all potential matches can be emailed to you automatically as they become available. Additionally, you can search the MLS directly through our Home Search capability. And of course, we can present you personally those homes that fit your requirements. In any case, it has never been easier to view properties.

You can also access local publications highlighting available real estate in the area; contact and visit the local Chamber of Commerce, look on the Internet; and even drive through areas that you feel would meet your needs. Driving around a particular area looking for properties for sale is good because you can actually see the property. However it can be very time consuming and it is a "hit or miss" process.

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