So I met with a realtor

[Sava]

My girlfriend and I met with her today. I'm excited for the search. This is my first home purchase.

I found one listing I really like. I'm going to try to not get attached to any home until it seems realistic. At the very least, I'm getting a good idea of what I want and what is available at the price range I'm looking at.

Any tips for me? I got most of the basics down. What are some things about the home buying process that you know now but wish you knew then?

Also, I'd like to hear about your first experiences... for those of you who have purchased homes.

Thanks in advance

[ZEE]

This thrade cKontains information that will solve all the World's ProBlems!

[Lorizael]

Visit a lot of houses, even ones you aren't super into. Don't get too excited about a house. Don't downplay the problems a house has because you think it's your dream house otherwise. Think about how much work you're willing to put into a house after you buy it (some houses require more work than others). Don't let your realtor's feelings (impatience, excitement, etc.) pressure you into a decision one way or another. Make sure your wrist is in good shape.

(This comes from being part of the process when my ex bought a house two years ago.)

[jsorense]

1. Get an agent that listens to you.
2. Are you a Mr. Fixit or do you want just move on?
3. Location.
4. Long term investment or a flip?
5. Kids in the future?
6. Location.
7. Be patient. It took us 18 months.
8. Oh, yes, location.
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[Sava]

Hmm

I dunno if we have the luxury of patience. This house is being listed May 28 and will go within 2-3 weeks

[Ben Kenobi]

1. Location. Where do you want to live?
2. House - what do you want out of the house? Place to live for awhile, or something you plan to be in for a long time.
3. Bring someone who's unattached with the decision to ride shotgun.
4. Agent - find someone who understands what you're looking for.
5.Price + size. You'll want smaller than you think you'll really need.

[ZEE]

BUY IT NOW! DON'T THINK ABOUT IT!

[Ben Kenobi]

I dunno if we have the luxury of patience. This house is being listed May 28 and will go within 2-3 weeks

I'd pass unless you've been looking for awhile and at more houses.

[Sava]

For right now, we've narrowed down our needs. 3-5 bed, 2+ bath. Move in ready preferred as much as possible.

We won't be in this house in five years.

Kids doubtful during the time we live at this house.

[Lorizael]

Hmm

I dunno if we have the luxury of patience. This house is being listed May 28 and will go within 2-3 weeks

I would recommend not deciding to act quickly because a particular house is going to go quickly. There are always other houses. Take your time. Be thorough. Once you've looked at a bunch of houses and settled on one, you can be decisive and quick about it.

[Ben Kenobi]

For right now, we've narrowed down our needs. 3-5 bed, 2+ bath. Move in ready preferred as much as possible.

If you're not going to be in the house past 5 years, why would you want 3-5 bed? That's lots of space you're going to have to keep clean. You'd be better off with something smaller in a better location.

[ZEE]

Don't listen to them Sava! If you don't Buy this house By tomorrow then I will get really Pissed off!

[giblets]

Whatever Ben is saying, do the opposite.

[Ben Kenobi]

Whatever Ben is saying, do the opposite.

Your choice is Ben + Lorizael vs AAHZ.

[self biased]

If you're not going to be in the house past 5 years, why would you want 3-5 bed? That's lots of space you're going to have to keep clean. You'd be better off with something smaller in a better location.

he's going to need the space for the orgies.

also, sava, it'd just be easier to build a Saint Andrew's cross in one of the rooms than it would for me to bring one to you. but the design i have... uh... once one goes up, it doesn't come back down if you get my meaning.