First-Time Buyers
Avoid These 5 Homebuyer Mistakes and Save Thousands!
Five common but costly homebuyer mistakes Patrick sees regularly — and how to sidestep each one to keep more money in your pocket.
What You Will Learn
After 18 years in real estate and 23 years in lending, Patrick has seen the same mistakes cost homebuyers thousands of dollars over and over again. In this video, he shares the five most common errors and explains exactly how to avoid each one.
From financial missteps like not getting pre-approved first to strategic errors like waiving important contingencies, these mistakes can add up fast. Patrick gives you practical, actionable advice to keep more money in your pocket and reduce stress throughout the home buying process.
Key Takeaways
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Mistake 1: Shopping for Homes Before Getting Pre-Approved
Falling in love with a home you cannot afford is heartbreaking and wastes time. Patrick explains why pre-approval should be your very first step, before you even start browsing listings online.
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Mistake 2: Only Looking at the Monthly Payment
Focusing only on the monthly mortgage payment ignores closing costs, maintenance, insurance, property taxes, and HOA fees. Patrick shows you how to calculate the true cost of homeownership.
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Mistake 3: Skipping the Home Inspection
Waiving the inspection to make your offer more competitive can lead to expensive surprises. Patrick explains when it makes sense to waive and when it absolutely does not, plus how to use inspections strategically.
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Mistake 4: Not Shopping Multiple Lenders
Going with the first lender you talk to can cost you thousands in rate differences and fees. Patrick explains how a mortgage broker who shops multiple wholesale lenders can save you significantly.
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Mistake 5: Making Big Financial Changes Before Closing
Buying a car, opening new credit cards, or changing jobs during the home buying process can derail your loan approval. Patrick warns about the most common financial moves that kill deals during underwriting.
Continue Learning
Read the full article on 10 mistakes first-time buyers make for even more detailed guidance on avoiding costly errors.
Follow the First-Time Homebuyer Roadmap to see the right way to navigate every stage of the process without costly detours.
Get the full breakdown of the biggest mistakes first-time buyers make with expanded detail and actionable tips for each one.
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