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4 Golden Rules of Home Buying

November 2, 2015 By Raymond Stoklosa

4 golden rules home buying austin txOver the years, I’ve discovered that some of the best advice about home buying can be summarized in these four golden rules of home buying.

#1 It’s Almost Always a Mistake to

  • Buy a home when you expect to sell soon
  • Start your house hunt before doing your homework
  • Buy a home that meets your current needs, but ignores your long term needs

#2 Remember

  • The best time to think about selling your home is before you buy it

#3 Before you Buy, Ask Yourself

  • How difficult or easy will it be to sell this house?

#4 Financial Unpreparedness is a Deal Killer

  • Find a loan first, and then find a home.

Follow These 4 Simple Rules for Success

Home buying is a step by step process. Following the process in order will help ensure your purchase goes smoothly. For more home buyer tips, check out our Austin Home Buyers page. When you are ready to interview buyer’s agents, call us at (512) 827-8323 or email us at info@11OaksRealty.com to schedule a no obligation consultation.

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About Raymond Stoklosa

Raymond has been a respected authority in residential real estate since 1978. Having sold more than $150 million worth of property, in a variety of high-intensity markets, he possesses a noteworthy portfolio of success. A former real estate instructor, Raymond brings a passion for education to the real estate process. With an uncompromising attention to detail, he counsels clients to a well-informed business decision. He takes particular pride in assertively negotiating for the client's best interests. Raymond has earned elite professional designations from the Certified Residential Specialists (CRS) and Accredited Buyer Representative(ABR) of the National Association of Realtors held by fewer than 4% of the agents in the industry.

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Raymond Stoklosa – Broker/Owner, CRS

Raymond Stoklosa is the Chairman and Managing Broker of Eleven Oaks Realty. Raymond has been a respected authority in residential real estate since 1978. Having sold more than $150 million worth of real estate... Read More…

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