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Top 5 Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

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4. Not Examining Several Loan Choices

The Error:
First-time homebuyers frequently:

  • Choose the first lender they speak with

  • Don’t realize there are better loan programs available

Why
This can lead to:

  • Higher fees or interest rates

  • Missed opportunities for first-time buyer incentives

  • Higher overall loan costs

Ways to Prevent It:
Compare quotes from at least three lenders, evaluating:

  • Interest rates

  • Loan terms

  • Closing costs

  • Eligibility criteria

Also look into special programs such as:

  • USDA

  • VA

  • FHA

  • State or local first-time homebuyer aid programs

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