Setting the Record Straight on 4 Misconceptions about Buying Real Estate

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Buying real estate is no small feat and can be overwhelming at times. When you announce that you plan to buy real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks, it seems like everyone, good or bad, is there to give you advice. It doesn't matter if it's your first real estate transaction or your fifth, circumstances change over time and it's often hard to determine what's true and what's false -especially when everyone is sharing their opinions with you. That's why today, your favorite team of real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to break down a few common facts and misconceptions about buying real estate.


Misconception #1 

Buying A House Should Be A Purely Intellectual Process.

Setting the Record Straight 

Reasoning Through Things Is Important, But You Should Not Discount Your Emotions.

Choosing which home you wish to purchase is a big decision. It's a major financial investment, for one thing, and moving to a new home can be a lot of work. Before you decide which home to buy, you'll want to be confident that you are choosing the right one. It is important to step back and evaluate the home from a logical, objective perspective, but your emotions will also offer valuable insight. Can you imagine waking up there every day? How do you feel when you picture yourself driving to that home after a long day at work? A house could make perfect sense logically, but if it doesn't feel right, you should keep looking.

Misconception #2 

The Seller's Asking Price Is How Much You Will Pay For The Home.

Setting the Record Straight

The Amount You Will Pay For The Home Depends On Your Negotiation Process.

The seller's asking price is just a starting point; the actual amount you will pay for the home can vary greatly depending on several different factors. If there are not any other buyers interested in the property, the seller may accept an offer with a lower price in order to get the home off of their hands. If there are multiple buyers who want the home, however, the buyers may engage in a bidding war and drive the sale price higher than the original asking price. Your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent will be able to coach you on what price you should offer to begin the negotiation process.


Misconception #3 

I Don't Need To Shop Mortgage Loans - I know A 30-Year Fixed Loans Are The Best.

Setting The Record Straight 

There Is No "Best" Type Of Mortgage Loan.

There are tons of different types of mortgage loans available. Some loans have a fixed rate, which means that the interest rate will be consistent throughout the duration of the loan. Others have an adjustable rate, which means the interest rate may be consistent for the first few years and then it will adjust to match the current market. Some loans last for fifteen years, some last for twenty, and some for thirty. Some loans offer special incentives or perks for people who meet specific criteria. Automatically assuming you know which type of loan will be best for you is flawed thinking - you should speak with a mortgage loan professional to determine which type of loan will be best for your current situation.

Misconception #4 

I Can Save Money By Renting Now And Waiting To Buy.

Setting the Record Straight

Owning A Home Is Actually CHEAPER Than Renting.

Many first-time buyers assume that they should wait to buy because they can save money by renting, but studies are consistently showing that it is actually cheaper to own a home than it is to rent one. Your monthly rent payment could increase every time you renew your lease, and the money you pay to your landlord is money you'll never see again. If you have a fixed-rate mortgage, on the other hand, your monthly payment will be consistent throughout the duration of your loan. Not only that but when you make a mortgage payment, a portion of that payment goes towards building equity - money you will be able to get back at a later date.

Fran Campbell Team is Here to Help You! 

Buying a home isn't easy but when you hire a professional and experienced real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks to help, you can relax and leave the hard stuff to us! If you have any questions or if you would like to start searching for your the next place to call home, give Fran Campbell Team a call! We have a team of highly experienced real estate agents and we would be happy to answer any questions about the real estate process!

Location: Osage Beach, MO 65065, USA

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