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Wayne McDonald
Wayne M. McDonald
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First Time Buyer FAQs



Answering Your Hilton Head and Bluffton Home Buying Questions

Buying a Hilton Head and Bluffton home is both thrilling and a bit unnerving, especially if you're a first-time home buyer. Both experienced home buyers and first-time buyers alike will benefit from the frequently asked questions below. Before you begin your Hilton Head and Bluffton home search, it is recommended that you prepare yourself for the journey by educating yourself. This will ensure you are a knowledgeable home buyer prepared to make a confident home buying decision.



Q - I've never purchased a home before. Where should I begin?

A - Actually, you've already started the process. Fact finding and reading articles is a great way to become a smart consumer. The highest priorities to focus on before you begin searching for specific areas, neighborhoods, or homes would be to:


  • Familiarize yourself with your personal finances.
  • Learn about the Hilton Head and Bluffton real estate market.
  • Carefully review your budget and begin to eliminate as much debt as possible.
  • Have a down payment and earnest money ready when the time comes to act and make your offer.

Your next step is to contact us. As your home buying specialists, we'll protect your interest and manage the details of the real estate transaction on your behalf to your complete satisfaction. For more experienced buyers, a little brush up on the real estate process wouldn't be a bad idea. Of course, you'll need a really sharp Hilton Head and Bluffton real estate team to protect your interests too!



Q - How do I avoid making a mistake when deciding which type of loan to select?

A - Once we meet and review your finances along with your home buying needs, you should select a lending consultant. We can recommend several trusted lending professionals or you can choose your own. Having upmost confidence in your lender is important. Be sure you feel completely at ease with them. They should speak to you in easy to understand terms. Ask lots of questions and never sign any document until you know what you are signing and feel completely at ease signing it. More and more lending professionals are recommending fixed interest rate loans and interest rates are still very attractive. Of course, the type of loan best for you depends on several factors. Here are just a few:


  • How much money do you have for a down payment?
  • How long do you plan to live in the home?
  • Do you qualify for a FHA or VA loan?

Because more homes are on the market here in Hilton Head and Bluffton, your choices are plentiful and the time is right for you to buy!

Ready to schedule a personalized home buying consultation? Contact us today and we'll review your needs and budget with you to help you find the perfect home in the Hilton Head, Bluffton, or surrounding area.

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