Deciding to Buy

Purchasing a property is most likely the biggest financial decision you will ever make. Whether this is your first purchase or you are an experienced buyer, this decision must be made carefully.

Why Do You Want To Buy?

Lifestyle changes? Upsizing, downsizing? Looking for waterfront property for your boat? Dream of living by the beach? Do you want to renovate a home to make it your own? Purchase a second home? Interested in new construction? Interested in country club living? Are you looking for an investment portfolio? Would you like a larger or smaller yard? Would you rather live in a different neighborhood? Do you want to shorten your commute? Have you decided to pay your own mortgage while building equity and not your landlord’s?

Having a clear sense of your reasons for buying will help you choose the right property.

Has Your Income Grown?

Property ownership is an excellent investment; whether you are looking for your dream home, a rental property, or to expand your investment portfolio. Owning real estate is one of the least risky ways to build equity or to obtain a greater return on your initial investment.