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When Should You Put an Offer on That Dream Home in Newton?

Three things to do before you put an offer on a home.

Knowing when to put an offer on that dream home in the Newton real estate market can be hard. Things like market conditions, home inspections and the right timing all play a part in making an offer successful. The following are a few signs that might mean the time is right.

When You Have Had an Inspection with Desirable Results

Getting the home inspected before you put an offer on it can help you finalize your decision. It can also help you decide how much to offer and even help you negotiate things like price and repairs.

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When You Have done Your Homework on the House

If the homeowner has refused previous offers, try to find out why, so you can put together an offer that is more likely to be accepted. Knowing things about the seller, like whether or not she is trying to sell the home quickly or is waiting for the right price, can also help you make a better offer.

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When You Have Worked with an Agent to Put Together an Offer

The best thing you can do to help you prepare an offer is work with a real estate agent. A professional agent can help you decide how much to offer on the home and can negotiate things like price and repairs on your behalf.

Have the house inspected, do your homework and work with a real estate agent before you put an offer on that dream home. For more tips about putting an offer on a home, visit the Christine Norcross & Partners website. To work with an agent in the Newton, MA real estate market, contact Christine Norcross at 781-929-4994.

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