**My story**

(If you do not wish to read this part – skip down to the good stuff.  You will not regret researching before buying a home!)

 I am writing this blog post because I want to help others avoid the nightmare that I experienced.

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This list is not exhaustive and resources are included so that you can do more research.    

Other Helpful Resources

1.  Questions to Ask Your Realtor

 http://realtormag.realtor.org/sales-and-marketing/handouts-for-customers/for-sellers/12-questions-ask-when-choosing-your-realtor

2.  HUD.GOV  “U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/topics/buying_a_home

3.  Fair prices for a home

http://www.investopedia.com/articles/mortgages-real-estate/08/fair-price-on-home.asp

4.  Making an Offer on a House

http://hoa.org.uk/advice/guides-for-homeowners/i-am-buying/making-an-offer-and-haggling-over-the-price/

5.  Tips for First-time Homebuyers

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/7-must-do-s-for-the-first-time-homebuyer.aspx

I hope that this has been helpful.  If you are buying a home, GOOD LUCK TO YOU!

Download/Print the TIPS and Questions HERE.

*****What other tips would you give to homebuyers?*****