No problem, Modern Times Homes is more than happy to give you some advice, that we learned from experience from being in this business for a long period of time.
When buying a first place you are probably super excited, but also nervous at the same time, because you have no idea how the process looks and what to expect. A good idea would be to have someone by your side that has done that before and knows the process better than you do. Maybe a family member or a good friend of yours. Someone who honestly will answer all of your questions.
First step would be finding a reliable agent. When choosing one, you have to be really careful, because nowadays most real estate agents are after commissions rather than really being there for their clients with good advice. Maybe choose someone you know personally or maybe someone who worked with someone you know, and they were happy with them. Also, if you will end up working with an agent that you are unhappy to work with, feel free to find someone different. Buying or selling a home is a huge decision and you want to be right, and to be right you need to have the right people by your side.
Drive around the neighborhoods you are interested in living in. Drive in the morning, during the day and evening to check if that would be an ideal place for you to live. If you have kids a good idea would be finding a neighborhood with good schools. Is this the neighborhood you can afford? Talk to your agent regarding your price range and if they can find you a house in that neighborhood within your price range.
If you are ready to sell your house give us a call at 847 242 2212. We buy Rockford houses for cash, As-is, and we close fast.