http://www.thecblife.com/blog/category/buyer-tips/?format=rss Read posts about the current real estate market and topics that interest you. Coldwell Banker Lifestyles specializes in helping buyers and sellers in Vermont, New Hampshire, or Western Maine. en-US Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:03:00 -0400 https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2024/03/21/why-spring-is-the-best-time-to-buy-a-home/ Spring is widely acknowledged as the optimal time for home buying, and the reasons are clear. This season embodies fresh beginnings, making it the perfect backdrop for significant decisions like purchasing a new home. Buyer Tips https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2024/03/21/why-spring-is-the-best-time-to-buy-a-home/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:03:00 -0400 https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2023/03/17/home-buyer-tips-for-open-houses/ Thanks to COVID there’s never been more ways for homebuyers to view properties. However, no matter how efficient or convenient virtual and 3D property tours can be, nothing beats seeing a home in person. Open houses are the perfect opportunity to learn vital details about a home that will help you narrow your property search. Here are a few of our top tips for making the most of your open house tour. Buyer Tips https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2023/03/17/home-buyer-tips-for-open-houses/ Fri, 17 Mar 2023 11:02:00 -0400 https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2021/09/23/making-your-offer-stronger/ In a real estate market with low inventory and high buyer demand, such as the one we are currently experiencing, buyers might find it more difficult for their offer to be accepted by the seller. Here are some great ways to make your offer stand out against the competition! Buyer Tips https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2021/09/23/making-your-offer-stronger/ Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:26:00 -0400 https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2021/09/07/home-buyer-frequently-asked-questions/ Buying a home, especially your first home, is extremely exciting and even a little bit intimidating. When I purchased my first home, I had been involved in the real estate industry for several years, so I thought I knew it all. Oh how wrong I was! Luckily, I had a fantastic agent to guide me through the process, and answer all of my questions. Today, I’m going to answer some questions that our agents get asked frequently, and ones I definitely asked myself!  Buyer Tips https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2021/09/07/home-buyer-frequently-asked-questions/ Tue, 07 Sep 2021 11:09:00 -0400 https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2021/08/19/mortgages-common-home-loans/ Buying a home comes with a lot of information and steps, but even more so for those that are financing their purchase. There are many types of mortgages out there, and depending on your area, income, and type of home, one mortgage might suit you better than another. Below are some of the most common types of home loans.  Buyer Tips https://www.thecblife.com/blog/posts/2021/08/19/mortgages-common-home-loans/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400