2014 guide to buying a home on chicago's north shore
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This guide provides the essential steps to buying a home on Chicago's North Shore.TRANSCRIPT
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The Ultimate Guide to
Buying a Home on Chicago’s North Shore in 2014
How to Find Your DreamHome at Your Dream Price
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In 2013, the typical home buyer searched for 12 weeks and viewed 10 homes.
In an age of incredible technology and convenience, it’s easy to forget that searching for a new home is hard work. Whether you’re one of the 39 percent of buyers in the market for their first home, or a veteran looking for a better way to search, this guide will show you how to find and secure your perfect home in 2014.
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Preparing Your Finances: 4 StepsBefore you start looking for a new home on the North Shore, it’s crucial that you shore up and evaluate your finances. This will provide a strong foundation for your search and keep you realistic about your options.
1. SAVE 2. STRENGTHEN YOUR CREDIT
SCORE
3. GET PRE-APPROVED
4. GET READY, GET SET
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2. Strengthen your Credit Score
Since the real estate bubble burst, lenders have tightened their requirements when it comes to borrowers’ credit scores. But the basics haven’t changed: The higher your credit score is, the lower your down payment and monthly payments will be. To bolster your numbers, settle any outstanding debts
and refrain from applying for new credit for several months prior to buying. Avoid closing accounts and making other large purchases (furniture, big screen TVs) until after the home closing. Ask your agent if you have any additional questions about your credit score.
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FOR MOREINFORMATIONOur job is to make the process of buying a new home as easy and
enjoyable as possible, and we have dedicated my careers and livelihood to this goal. As your agents, we will be your tireless advocates, ensuring that you secure the right home at the right price. Please contact us for a free consultation. We look forward to meeting you.
Call the Come Home North Shore Team at 847-881-6657 or email us at [email protected]
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Paula Weiss | Anne West847-881-6657
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