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Home Buying Budgets: It’s the Extras that Count
12/29/2011 7:01:48 AM
Purchasing any home is an expensive, time-consuming and emotional exercise. While delays in finding the perfect property can be frustrating, it’s essential to keep focused at every stage of the process. There’s perhaps no other purchase for which sticking to your budget is quite as important. When you set that budget, you want to be sure you’ve considered the cost of the home itself, plus extras and ongoing expenses such as home insurance. Miami home buyers might consider the following:
A builder's report – It makes sense to check that your potential new home is structurally sound. A builder's report can be costly and there’s no guarantee you’ll get the home. Budget for a few in case negotiations fall through or your offer is rejected.
Legal fees and taxes – You will need to pay for contracts to be drawn up for the exchange of title and any relevant property taxes. Your real estate agent can assist with price guidelines for these.
Ongoing expenses – In addition to insurance, consider if there are local government taxes or building management fees.
Location, size and condition will all help determine the cost of your home insurance. Miami insurance providers can offer an estimated quote before you’ve signed on the dotted line, so feel free to call us for an estimate if you’re buying a new home.
A builder's report – It makes sense to check that your potential new home is structurally sound. A builder's report can be costly and there’s no guarantee you’ll get the home. Budget for a few in case negotiations fall through or your offer is rejected.
Legal fees and taxes – You will need to pay for contracts to be drawn up for the exchange of title and any relevant property taxes. Your real estate agent can assist with price guidelines for these.
Ongoing expenses – In addition to insurance, consider if there are local government taxes or building management fees.
Location, size and condition will all help determine the cost of your home insurance. Miami insurance providers can offer an estimated quote before you’ve signed on the dotted line, so feel free to call us for an estimate if you’re buying a new home.
