On this week’s episode of National Real Estate Cafe, with Santa Clarita Real Estate experts Don Goettling and Gino Fronti, the two give five tips on finding your perfect home.

“The housing market is still strong, the economy is still strong,” Don said. “So it’s still time to get in the market.”

For over seven years now, Don & Gino, through the nationally recognized “The Don & Gino Real Estate & Finance Show” keep you in the know about the SCV real estate market, the economy and your community.

“The Don and Gino Real Estate & Finance Show” gives the public access to the very best real estate agents, CPA’s, bankruptcy attorneys, estate and financial planners and more incredible experts.

Get Pre-Approved For A Mortgage Before You Start Your Search

You actually can’t even usually put in an offer on a home unless you have pre-approval from a trusted lender, said Don. Go to a direct lender that really knows what they are doing, and let them show you all of your options.

Know The Difference Between Your, “Must-Haves” And Your, “Would Like To Haves.”

You don’t always get to start with your dream home, said Don, so figure out what is really important to you.

Research And Choose A Neighborhood You Really Want To Live In.

Spend some time there, talk to people, explore shops and restaurants so you know if you actually really like the area.

Pick A Home Style You Love And Stick To It.

If you already know what style of homes you love, stick to what you love, said Don, Don’t settle for a home that isn’t what you really want.

Document Your Home Visits.

Write down what you like and what you don’t like so you can reference it later.

If you want to stay in the know when it comes to real estate and finances, tune into The Don & Gino Real Estate & Finance Radio Show every Saturday at 9 AM on KHTS FM 98.1 & AM 1220, or visit their website here.

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