5 Tips from Home Owners to First-Time Home Buyers

I put a quick message out on Facebook asking home owners what tips they would give to a first-time home buyer. They came up with some great advice!

Here are 5 tips to keep in mind when purchasing your first home:

1. Meet with a lender to see what you qualify for before you start shopping. This is step number one. -Dallas Jensen

2. Think about lights! Where would you natural try to flip a light switch, and where would you want any extra lights? Under the stairs? In a closet? Extra lighting in the bathrooms and kitchen? -Miranda Price

3. Shop around and do your homework. Every builder has a different style. Also, make sure the layout of the rooms will work for you. -Melissa Briggs

4. (Think about) Life style, what kind of neighbors do you want? -Loralee Miller

5. Create a "WISH LIST" of pictures that your ideal home would look like. Identify your personal style this way by finding common traits then use the Design Studio to find ways of recreating the look you like within your budget. This is what I did and my house turned out EXACTLY how I wanted it!!! -Sara McArthur

So enjoy the process of building your new home and don't forget to ask veteran home owners for advice along the way! Visit www.mcarthurhomes.com for more information on new homes in Utah.