3 Tips For First-Time Home Buyers

So you want to buy a home? Have you started looking on the Internet for your dream place? Well, stop right now.

It's so easy to find homes online, "[People] go out and start shopping based on what they think they want vs. at the end of the day what you need—the home you're going to buy today—has nothing to do with what you think you want on day one." 

Get pre-approved. Find out how much you can actually afford to spend.

Use a broker. Buyer's brokers are paid for by the seller, so it's no cost to you.

Buy within your means.  The economy is in a funky place, Do not stretch yourself, because you never know what can happen.