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Welcome > For Buyers > First Time Homebuyers ...

Buying your first home can be both exciting and overwhelming.

There's a lot you need to consider.

Contact me to receive a free First Time Homebuyer's Guide.

The first question for every first time home buyer is, Why Buy? Purchasing a home is a huge decision and its magnitude alone can be extremely daunting. However, with a little guidance and understanding, home ownership could be one of the safest and most worthwhile investments you undertake. 

When you write your monthly rent checks you are essentially putting your money in your landlord’s pockets. Why not put that same amount of money towards your own investment. An investment that appreciates. An investment that provides a deductible from your yearly taxes. And most importantly, an investment that you own. 

Furthermore, there are joys associated with owning a home that go beyond financial matters. Owning a home means having a place to live, unencumbered by any other person. You can feel free to paint the walls, change the lighting, make additions and renovations. You can feel at peace within your private property. Maybe you have a pet—well you’ll never again have to ask permission to keep your best friend in the house.  

Simply put, home ownership can be a wonderful and exciting step towards a bright and stable future for you and your family.  

Buying a home is an emotional endeavor. At times it can be stressful and at other times it's extremely exciting! It's important that you understand the buying and selling process and with a little help and guidance you can greatly minimize the amount of stress home buying can create.  

Working together, we will consider: 

- How much can you really afford? 

- How to qualify for a mortgage. 

- How much cash you should put as a down-payment. 

- How to buy a home with little or nothing down. 

- What it takes to get approved for financing. What banks and other financial institutions are looking for. 

- How much your payments will be. 

- The tax advantages of buying. 

- Is renting or buying better for you? 

Tell me a bit about your situation below. I'll get right back to you. There is absolutely no charge, and I offer this to you with no strings attached.  

I also have a First Time Home Buyer's Guide which I would be happy to email, or mail to you. This booklet details the buying process and also explains the benefits of being a homeowner. If you would like a copy of this, please let me know in the "Additional Info" box located in the form down below. 

New to the home buying process? Tell me your concerns. Ask me questions. It's my job to help! There's no obligation, and I promise to get back to you quickly... 

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Real Estate Tips
Interest Rates >Locking in Loan Rates

It is important for both new homebuyers and homeowners who want to refinance to understand how to lock in an interest rate when applying for a mortgage loan. Understanding how rate locks work prepares you to evaluate your options.

While you are in the process of applying for your mortgage loan, interest rates will most likely fluctuate from day to day and week to week. If you want assurance that the wonderfully low interest rate on your loan will not increase while you are waiting for loan approval, ask for a rate lock. A conventional rate lock is a guarantee from the lender that your mortgage will carry a particular interest rate, with specific, predetermined points and fees.

The interest rate is "locked in" for a specified period of time, usually thirty days. When you call a lender for a rate quote, ask how long that rate will last for. If you think you might need more than thirty days to complete your home purchase or refinance, tell your lender how many days you will require, and they will give you an adjusted rate quote.

Rate locks are especially useful if interest rates are on the upswing, and you are concerned about ending up with higher monthly payments. If you cannot afford the risk of a further interest rate increase, lock in your loan rate now.

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Ward Shifman, REALTOR®, real estate agent and broker for Boston, Brookline and Newton Massachusetts home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT(tm)

Ward Shifman

10 Langley Road
Newton Centre, MA. 02459
Phone: 617-633-7703
Fax: 617-762-4067
Email: wardshifman@NUMBER1EXPERT.com

"Ward's refined style and performance in our behalf has completely revised my impression of the realty profession." Feedback such as this from Ward's clients is evidence of his strong customer care, effective listening and communication, as well as effective marketing strategies. Ward was the first agent to join William Raveis in Massachusetts, and is a consistent top producer both with-in the company and amongst all Massachusetts brokers. Ward services the Boston, Brookline, and Newton areas, along with Cambridge, Wellesley, the North Shore, South Shore, and many other neighborhoods. Ward's expertise is not just in sales, but in every aspect of real estate--this unique service will help you make the connections towards accomplishing your real estate goals.

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