In the past year, over 439,000 homes were sold in the state of California. Approximately half of the citizens in California rent the living space they reside in. If you have been renting a home or apartment for years, you know how restricting this living arrangement can be. The average consumer uses renting an apartment or home as a temporary solution. 

First time homebuyers are generally unsure about what this process involves. While buying a home can be stressful and time-consuming, you can make this process easier with some professional help. By working with the Marcel Cuschieri Group, you can find and purchase the home of your dreams. Here are signs you might notice when it is time to buy a home of your own.  

Your Financial Situation is Stable

When applying for a mortgage loan, you will have to quickly familiarize yourself with terms like debt-to-income ratio and closing costs. One of the first things you need to do before going out in search of a home to purchase is to get pre-approved for a mortgage. A lender will check your credit score to see if you are a good candidate for a loan. If you have recently paid off tons of debt and boosted your credit score, then you are probably going to have no problem getting approved for a mortgage loan. 

Mortgage lenders will also want to know how long you have been at your current job. This information tells the lender how stable your financial situation is. The longer you have been at your current job, the better your chances will be of getting the loan approval you desire. 

You Know Where You Want To Settle

With all of the great cities to live in the state of California, choosing the right area to settle in can be difficult. If you have done your homework and are confident in the area you want to settle in, then it is time to contact a member of our team. 

If you feel like Burbank is a good area for you and your family, you should check out this affordable three-bedroom, three-bathroom property in our housing inventory. This tri-level townhouse is over 1700 square feet. It is also located mere miles away from some of the best shopping, dining and park venues in all of Burbank. 

A Good Down Payment Comes in Handy

Another important factor you need to consider when trying to assess if you are ready to buy a home is the amount of money you have to use as a down payment. While there are some loan programs that don’t require a down payment, you will usually pay more for these loans in the long run. If you want to buy a luxurious property, like this move-in-ready home located in Saugus, CA, you need a good down payment. With a good down payment, you can actually lower the monthly mortgage payment you have to make. 

Buying the home of your dreams will be much easier with the help of the Marcel Cuschieri Group.