SUGGESTIONS FOR A SMOOTH SAILING 2013 PURCHASE

ERA Justin Realtor salesperson Margaret (Peggy) McLaughlin has been an integral part of the firm for many years, coming from an earlier background with Van Winkle and Liggett Realty. With hundreds of sales and listings sold, she is now serving the needs of children and grandchildren of her original buyers and sellers. She offers suggestions for a smooth sailing 2013 purchase for first time home buyers.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY SUGGESTIONS FOR A SMOOTH SAILING 2013 PURCHASE

If you are one of the buyers coming off the fence, and now buying the fence with the purchase of your first home in 2013, congratulations! As you probably know, buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments you can make. It also is a process filled with fun and emotion. To help keep you sleeping soundly, here are answers to three big questions that concern many potential first-time home buyers, answered by ERA Justin Realtor salesperson, Margaret (Peggy) McLaughlin.

“Question #1: How do you decide what to look for in a home?  It’s easier than you think. Sit yourself down and list what’s important to you in a home. The purchase of every home involves making tradeoffs, so be sure to prioritize your list. One element is architectural style. Do you prefer a Colonial, a Cape Cod or a modern look? An important factor to consider is living space. How much room do you need right now, and to meet anticipated needs?  Make a list of features that must be a part of your home. Perhaps that Olympic-size pool and tennis court can be put off for another day, but you may absolutely need an eat-in kitchen now! It’s all a matter of your taste and personal style. ERA Justin Realty offers varied styles from our current inventory throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties.

Question #2: Where should you begin the search?  That old real estate adage about ‘location, location, location’ aside, choosing where to live is usually determined by your personal circumstances and desires.  Do you have a particular community, or even a particular block, in mind? What is it about the location of your new home that is most important to you? Do you prefer an urban, suburban or rural setting? Consider proximity to work, schools, shopping, entertainment and houses of worship. Once you’ve narrowed your list of potential candidates, the Internet is an excellent tool for learning what a particular community has to offer.  We offer an extensive websites at www.ERAJustin.com  and www.ERAJustinRealty.com where you can view all of our listings with descriptions, extras offered, as well as our 1000’s of homes sections where you can literally view thousands of homes currently on the market.

Question #3: How can you find financing that makes sense?  With motivated sellers and proper pricing in recent years, homes have seldom been more affordable. Interest rates are lower than we've seen in decades. Innovative financing plans are available to fit a broad range of needs for qualified buyers. Still, the last thing you want to do is start out in your first home saddled with an uncomfortable level of debt. Seeking the advice of a professional who can give you the information on financing options that match your qualifications is a big step in the right direction. We can provide help with a choice of varied mortgage lenders because of your individual needs. Once you’ve narrowed your search, talk to one of our ERA

Justin Realty real estate professionals who serves the community you'd like to call home. Our ERA^® Realtor salespersons are trained to guide you through your purchase every step of the way. Our winning search websites reach around the globe to bring up-to-date information directly to you. Mortgage loan programs are available and expressly designed to meet the needs of qualified first-time homebuyers. Once you have answers to your important questions, the search can be fulfilling and fun!”

McLaughlin concluded, "Your trusted name in real estate since 1950, there is a difference in real estate companies. ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious world-wide ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’  from ERA offices with nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and salespersons all across the ERA nation.  For more information consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realty sales team at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue or 57 Park Avenue. By phone at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional real estate information is also available at the firms 1000's of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com."