“The Top 7 Mistakes First-Time Buyers Make”

Buying your first home is exciting — but it’s easy to stumble without the right guidance. Here are common mistakes new buyers should avoid:

1. Skipping pre-approval
2. Ignoring total costs (closing, taxes, insurance)
3. Overstretching the budget
4. Not researching the neighborhood
5. Waiving the home inspection
6. Falling in love with décor, not structure
7. Waiting too long to act in a hot market

A good agent, lender, and home inspector can help you dodge these pitfalls — and land a home you won’t regret.