Keep in mind these trade secrets when looking for a home for sale in Candlewood Lake.

The Top 4 Realtor® Secrets to Finding Your Dream Candlewood Lake Home for Sale

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | November 9, 2015

The Top 4 Realtor® Secrets to Finding Your Dream Candlewood Lake Home for Sale

 

Looking to find the perfect Candlewood Lake home for you and your family? Buying a home can be a challenging experience which can drain your financial resources if you’re not careful. Fortunately, there are ways to find that dream home without going broke. Here are top 4 Realtor® secrets you should keep in mind:

Keep in mind these trade secrets when looking for a home for sale in Candlewood Lake.

Bigger isn’t always better. When it comes to choosing your dream home, keep in mind that just because it’s big doesn’t mean it’s better. Know just how much home you can afford. Study your finances first before you start looking for homes. Plus, real estate agents like to remind home buyers that the bigger your house, the harder it is to re-sell, when the time comes. The biggest house appeals mostly to a small percentage of the market due to its hefty price tag. It works if you’re looking to buy an investment property but if you’re a first-time home buyer looking to settle down, find one that suits your family’s needs best. You will find that most Candlewood Lake homes for sale are not as large as others in town, for the same list price. You are getting the sought after Candlewood Lake location in addition to your new home.

Keep your emotions in check. Some buyers forget that while buying a home is an emotional experience in itself, how you feel about a home shouldn’t be the deciding factor. Take off those rose-colored glasses and remember to not let your emotions get the best of you. While some buyers keep looking for homes with better deals than the five houses they’ve already seen and liked, others instantly fall in love with the first home they view and refuse to see other lakefront properties in Candlewood Lake. Always do your due diligence when buying a home so you don’t suddenly go over your budget just to have a home you “fell in love” with.

Get pre-approved for a home loan. Some buyers start looking at homes the moment they decide that they will be purchasing one. They start picturing out the layout of the home and they start going to a couple of open houses. However, when time comes that they need to be approved for a loan, their request gets declined and they need to settle for a much cheaper home, wasting all the time they spent house hunting. To avoid this, get a pre-approved mortgage before you start looking for homes for sale. While anybody can get pre-qualified for a loan, being pre-approved means that the lender has conducted a thorough background check of your finances and you will know just how much home you can afford and the amount they can lend you. With this information, you are able to make informed decisions and shop around for the best deals on the houses up for sale.

Work with a trusted Realtor®. As a home buyer, looking for the perfect dream home that fits your budget is a task that’s not meant to be done alone. It’s always best to seek the help of industry experts in the entire homebuying process. Hire an experienced Realtor® who is familiar with the area. They can help prepare comprehensive real estate market reports for you and alert you on new homes for sale and other price reductions to help you.

Find the right home for you. Check out more home buying and selling tips for the savvy homeowner by visiting https://www.CandlewoodLakeCTRealEstate.com.

If you want to work with a real estate professional who can assist you in buying or selling Candlewood Lake homes, and homes in surrounding CT and NY areas, call me, Deborah Laemmerhirt, at 203-994-4297. I have the knowledge, expertise, and tools to help you find your dream home.

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About Deborah Laemmerhirt

Let me assist you in finding everything you need to know about buying or selling a home! As the preeminent real estate professional in my community, I am dedicated to providing the finest service available while breaking new ground. Because the real estate industry is becoming more sophisticated and challenging every day, you need a professional that understands the industry and is positioned to stay ahead of the game. I go the extra mile to help you achieve your goals. That’s why I constantly research the home, market and estate values so your home is priced effectively from day one. I also make sure the public knows your home is for sale by using innovative marketing techniques to attract potential buyers. As an Internet-savvy real estate representative in Connecticut, I’ve had the opportunity to help many home buyers find their ideal homes and many sellers obtain top dollar for their homes. Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions that most people ever undertake, so I will help you through every step of the process. My goal is to make your home selling or buying experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. My services include: Explaining the home selling and buying process thoroughly Diligently selecting homes that meets your criteria Pricing your home correctly and implementing a unique yet proven marketing plan Negotiating on your behalf Tracking the closing process to ensure a smooth transaction I welcome the opportunity to address any questions you might have about buying, selling or current market conditions. Please call or e-mail me any time, and I will be happy to discuss your next steps in the buying or selling process. I specialize in both Residential and Commercial Properties. I also head a Real Estate Group to provide you with expert service and support. Areas of Expertise Making transitions in your life is challenging. You may be moving from out of town, a different state, internationally or just next door! Regardless of the distance I am prepared to respond to your unique needs.If you are a BUYER looking to downsize, up-size, want a new construction, desire a condominium, to invest, even if this is your first home, I will design a unique plan to fulfill your needs in a reasonable time frame, with the best negotiated price and the least amount of inconvenience.For my Home Sellers, I have an innovative marketing plan that will leave nothing to chance. Just call, and I would be happy to share the DIFFERENT and SUCCESSFUL TOOLS I utilize on each of my listings. I have lived in Connecticut for over 35 years. I practice Real Estate in Fairfield County, New Haven County and Litchfield County. This includes, but is not limited to Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Danbury, Harwinton, Kent, Litchfield, New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown, Oxford, Ridgefield, Redding, Roxbury, Sherman, Southbury, Warren, Washington, Westport and Wilton.