Published May 27, 2025

Avoid These 7 First-Time Buyer Traps—#4 Could Kill Your Deal

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Written by Becky Parker

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Buying your first home? Amazing! But before you celebrate, let’s talk about the stuff that trips up first-timers—and how to dodge it.
  1. Ignoring Pre-Approval.
  2. Changing jobs mid-process.
  3. Buying furniture on credit (yep, it matters).
  4. Skipping the home inspection.
  5. Assuming the listing agent is "your" agent.
  6. Thinking you can negotiate like it’s 2008.
  7. Waiting too long to make an offer.

Let’s talk through these together—because your first home should be a dream, not a disaster.

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Are you buying or selling a home?

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When are you planning on buying a new home?

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Are you pre-approved for a mortgage?

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Would you like to schedule a consultation now?

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When are you planning on selling your home?

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