On this episode of The Savvy Realtor Podcast, we’ll discuss several habits of highly effective homebuyers, as outlined in an article from Realtor.com. Angie shares her thoughts on the first few habits, highlighting the importance of keeping emotions in check and staying realistic when looking for a home.

Throughout the conversation, Angie provides practical tips and advice on how to develop these habits and apply them to your home buying journey. She emphasizes the importance of working with a Realtor who can guide you through the process and help you make informed decisions. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or an experienced investor, this episode is full of valuable insights to help you become a more effective home buyer.

Here are specific highlights we’ll address with Angie on this episode of The Savvy Realtor Podcast:

• Homebuyers really need to keep their emotions in check. Buying a home is very personal, but that can often cloud your judgement. Sometimes homebuyers have trouble staying realistic. (2:22)

You can find the article we discuss in today’s episode here: https://www.realtor.com/advice/buy/habits-of-successful-homebuyers-today/

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You might have heard that home prices have dropped a bit in the past several weeks, but one listener points out that the trend hasn’t translated as well to starter homes. We’ll ask Angie about that on this week’s edition of the Savvy Realtor Podcast.

We also open the “mailbag” for some additional questions about fractional ownership, buying homes with friends and family, on advice on where to invest extra cash.

Here are the questions we’ll ask Angie on this episode of The Savvy Realtor Podcast:

• I keep hearing about lower housing prices, but all the starter homes we’re looking at are still just as expensive as they were months ago. What’s going on there? Why haven’t they dropped much? (0:40)

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What common home-selling mistakes should you do what you can to avoid? We talk through this list and Angie shares about her experiences as she helps guide sellers through the process. Make sure to be aware of the risks with these mistakes and know what to do instead in order to set yourself up for success. 

Here are the mistakes you’ll want to avoid when selling a home:

• Basing expectations on past information. (1:04)

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When you invest in a home, you want to make sure you get the right fit for your needs. For some people that means a lot of acreage and for others it’s all about having a good layout and flow for the home. How do you know if a home has “good bones”? Angie answers this question and three others from the mailbag.

Here are the questions Angie answers from the mailbag:

• Mailbag: What are my options to move if I’m upside down on my mortgage? (0:38)

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When you start your home search, there’s a lot to learn before making your decision. Angie answers one listener question about how many homes buyers see before putting in an offer. Viewing different homes in person, checking the MLS, and keeping an eye on the market will help you get a feel for what is typical and what is a good deal. It’s not as common to make an offer sight unseen like it was a mere year or two ago. Are you on the home search right now?  

Here are the questions Angie answers from the mailbag:

• Mailbag: How many homes should I view before buying one? (0:38)

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As the real estate market continues to evolve, you may be wondering what is normal right now and what’s a thing of the past. Angie sets the record straight as we play a game of real estate true or false. Do your guesses align with her answers?

Here are the statements we discuss today to find out whether they are true or false:

• True or false: Home prices are very high. (0:52)

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When you go to buy or sell a home, you want everything to go as well as possible. For some people, they choose to include 3D photos with the listing, and others may choose to do an open house. Angie talks through the pros and cons of some of these different decisions as she answers this question and three other questions from the mailbag.

Here are the mailbag questions we cover today:

• Mailbag: Why do some people choose to do a 3D tour on a home listing? (0:38)

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What are four surprising reasons that a real estate deal might fall through? Based on a recent article from realtor.com, we discuss these possibilities and find out if Angie has seen similar situations. Make sure none of these situations happen to you!

Here are some reasons real estate deals don’t happen:   

• Rising interest rates impact financing. (1:14)

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When you buy a home, the costs are more than just the monthly mortgage. So, how can you determine how much home you can afford? Whether you hit big with the lottery, got a sizeable inheritance, or a big bonus at work, you’ll still want to factor in what is sustainable for you and your budget. Angie answers this question and three others on today’s episode of the podcast.

Here's what we discuss on today’s show:

• How much should I have for competitive due diligence? (0:38)

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As the end of the year approaches, we address some of the last few trends and questions in 2022. Angie shares what you’ll want to know as you look toward buying or selling a house in the near future.

Here's what we discuss on today’s show:

• Signs show mortgage rates might dip. Will homebuying pick up? (1:38)

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