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uying a house often elicits plenty of excitement from buyers. This is because the prospect of owning a house is a much cherished one. However, lots of care is necessary when buying a house so as to be very sure the entire process is correct. There are different types of properties in the market such as owner seller, new units, bank owned properties and foreclosed properties. There are different reasons why one option will be preferred over others. Foreclosed properties, for instance, are quite affordable.
Good credit rating
The first step in buying a house starts very early. It is the need for good credit rating. Good credit rating is a great precursor to buying a house because a good credit rating is essential. With good credit, a buyer can apply for a mortgage loan. This is a loan designed specifically to invest in property. Also necessary in many cases is the need for a deposit. Bankers and other mortgage loan lenders usually require the buyer to have 20% of the cost of the property.
A mortgage loan can be secured once a good property is identified.
Different types of homes
There are different types of homes to choose from. They include brand new homes, existing homes, bungalows, detached house, town houses and bank owned properties among others. Banks can own property if they choose to invest in real estate. Sometimes they acquire homes from loan defaulters and through many other ways. When this happens, the bank is then free to dispose of its own properties.
Once a good house has been identified and the mortgage loan approved, the next step is to process the paperwork and engage all the other professionals. They include real estate agent, lawyers and bankers among others. The homes can be bank owned properties or others. Once the professionals finish their part, the home will be considered sold and the buyer will own the home.
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